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My epilepsy and ecstacy

Sun, 04/26/2015 - 15:20

Hi all, 

I am considering using the drug, Ecstacy (aka MDMA) really for not just experience, but also weight loss (after trying unsuccessful atempts at any weight loss remedy). I acknowledge the consequences that can come with the usage of this recreational drug, however I am curious if anyone else with epilepsy has used the drug and what their outcomes have been. I take Lamictal at 150 mgs twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. I am diagnosed with tonic clonic seizures that have lasted up to 45 minutes, but have been seizure free since November 2005. I know that Ecstacy is a stimulant, however I am addicted to caffeine nd have had energy drinks with no adverse reactions. 

Looking forward to your response.

Comments

I wouldn't use it if I were

Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 2015-04-26 - 18:33
I wouldn't use it if I were you. Let me explain why. You have no idea what kind of side effects there may come by using it and your meds. As for your  energy drinks  the main ingredent in them is caffeine so you are taking more caffine and you are addictided to it. Smart thing to do isn't it? Now you might want to check the side effects associated with  Lamictal. I say that because a lot of medis used for seizures also have side effects and one of them is weight gain.MDMA is a pyschoactive stimulant and has effects on the brain similar to other stimulants, such as methamphetamine and cocaine. Several side effects result from MDMA use, ranging from mild to potentially life-threatening.. So are you thnking it is going to help you lose weight or are you going for the high without really caring what it will do. Ecstasy  is a drug that is illegally made. Ecstasy is a stimulant drug that can cause hallucinations.It is not the original MDMA. which means that it may have some ingredients and might have MDMA in it but it is not the same drug. MDMA was made by merk and is used today for several things but it is not ecstacy. So do some thinking before using it. You might try discussing your weight issue with your neurologist.  Why waste being seizure free for almost 10 years?  Joe

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