The amphetamine-based drug has been creeping into popular culture with a reputation for creating feelings of emotional warmth, empathy and heightened sensuality, among other claims. In truth, consumers never know what they actually are taking because the drug can be mixed with other illegal drugs. Its effects can be altered when combined with alcohol, caffeine or prescription drugs or in multiple doses.
"Since last spring, seven people attending dance concerts died with symptoms matching overdoses of MDMA (Molly)," said Carole Nowicke, research associate at the IPRC. "We've been receiving more requests for information about the drug at the center. It sounds harmless, with a name like 'Molly,' and references to the drug can go unnoticed. But the consequences can be deadly."
Popular musicians, including Jay-Z, Miley Cyrus and Madonna, include references to Molly in lyrics -- Madonna was criticized last year for asking a festival crowd about "Molly" and then naming her next album MDNA.
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