# Over-the-Counter Ecstasy FDA To Approve X As Prescription Drug? By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-11-26 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-ecstasy-may-be-approved-for-prescription-use-soon References: [slate](http://www.slate.com/id/2158144/fr/rss/) Within a year MDMA, better known as the drug ecstasy, may be approved by the [FDA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-oral-contraceptive) as a prescription drug... but not for recreational fun. "Ecstasy gained notoriety as a party drug in the 1980s and 1990s," Slate.com said. "(Recall teenagers at raves with sparkly eyes and pacifiers rolling and dancing all night; a revival appears to be under way in England.) Enthusiasts say the drug makes them feel relaxed, energetic, and mentally clear. One likened it to a six-hour orgasm. In rare cases, however, users died after dancing for hours and overheating, or after taking mixtures of ecstasy and other drugs." So why would the [FDA approve](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zepbound) it? Researchers are using ecstasy as a treatment for [post traumatic stress disorder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compassion-center). Harvard University is currently working on studies to show whether or not "x" could give relief to cancer patients when combined with traditional therapies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **MDMA as Prescription Drug:** The FDA may approve MDMA as a prescription drug for the treatment of post traumatic stress disorder and potentially other conditions. - **Revival of Ecstasy Use:** There appears to be a revival of ecstasy use, particularly in England, for recreational purposes. - **Mixed Effects of Ecstasy:** While enthusiasts claim that ecstasy makes them feel relaxed and mentally clear, there have been cases of users experiencing negative effects such as overheating and death. ### Where This Applies - **Pharmaceuticals:** The pharmaceutical industry may have disruptive innovation opportunities in developing MDMA-based treatments for mental health conditions like post traumatic stress disorder. - **Entertainment and Nightlife:** The entertainment and nightlife industry may experience disruptions and changes due to the revival of ecstasy use for recreational purposes. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry could explore the potential benefits of MDMA in combination with traditional therapies for cancer patients and other conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spray-Based Psilocybin Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psilocybin-therapy.md) - [OTC Digital ADHD Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otc-digital-adhd-treatment.md) - [Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-oral-contraceptive.md) - [Mood-Elevating Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xomd.md) - [OTC Narcan Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergent-biosolutions.md) - [Microdosed Social Tonics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-alcoholic-afterdream.md) - [Microdosing Edible Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microdosing-edible.md) - [VR-Powered Therapeutic Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vrpowered-therapeutic-treatments.md) - [Cutting-Edge COVID-19 Pills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/covid19-pill.md)