Ecstasy-Induced Rhabdomyolysis Leading to Severe Acute Kidney Injury Requiring Temporary Hemodialysis: A High Risk for Recurrence With Repeated Exposure.
Cureus July 1, 2024 Sabastain F Forsah, Bibi Razak, Divine Besong Arrey Agbor et al.
Ecstasy (MDMA) use can cause rhabdomyolysis, a breakdown of muscle tissue that may lead to severe acute kidney injury requiring temporary hemodialysis. A patient who used MDMA only twice experienced severe rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney injury on both occasions, indicating that some individuals are particularly susceptible to these adverse effects. Health professionals should screen adolescents and young adults for illicit drug use and counsel against it.