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What is MDMA?

MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is a synthetic drug that alters mood and perception. The 5,000 tablets found in this Dublin operation are a significant seizure. It's known for producing feelings of increased energy, pleasure, emotional warmth, and distorted sensory and time perception, but it also carries health risks and is illegal to possess or distribute.

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Two men charged in Dublin after police seize €2.3 million in drugs

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