Because ecstasy also causes hyperactivity and forces muscles to tighten, your body temperature may rise sharply. This can be worsened by the high temperatures that often prevail in venues like dance clubs. Body temperatures of up to 42 degrees Celsius have been measured.
Such overheating is one of the most harmful effects of ecstasy your body. High temperatures like these can lead to brain injuries. Overheating has been a cause of death in some ecstasy users.
Drinking a lot of water doesn’t help against overheating. In fact, your body holds more water then usual. Therefore 1 glass per hour is enough. When you drink more then that there’s a risk of developing a waterintoxication.