Ecstasy alert: HSE warns drug users about high-dose MDMA

The HSE's clinical lead for addiction services says he'd prefer if people didn't take drugs. But, if they do, to beware of the risks of high-dosage ecstasy. Stock picture

The HSE has urged party-goers this Christmas to be aware of the risk from high-dose MDMA, with “dangerous” tablets containing over 300 milligrams — more than three times the average — in circulation.

HSE drug-checking has confirmed MDMA tablets ranging from 0mg to over 300mg this year.