Kratom (Herbal Drug of Abuse
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Kratom ď‚— Large tree indigenous to Thailand and Malaysia ď‚— Leaves are usually chewed but it can be found in a
dried form to create powder, tinctures and resins and is sold in the US in pill form.
Kratom Kratom contains at least 25 compounds that act as
poisons, the most significant being mitragynine and 7hydroxymitragynine.
The former is considered a “true opiate” and is 17
times more potent than morphine by weight.
Source: Takayama H, Ishikawa H, Kurihara M, Kitajima M, Aimi N, Ponglux D, Koyama F, Matsumoto K, Moriyama T, Yamamoto LT, Watanabe K, Murayama T, Horie S (April 2002). "Studies on the synthesis and opioid agonistic activities of mitragynine-related indole alkaloids: discovery of opioid agonists structurally different from other opioid ligands". J. Med. Chem. 45 (9): 1949–56. doi:10.1021/jm010576e. PMID 11960505.
Effects of Kratom In low doses, Kratom acts as a stimulant, having a cocaine-like effect.
In high doses, Kratom acts as a sedative, having an opioid-like effect.
Kratom is frequently marketed as a natural pain reliever and an alternative to powerful addictive narcotics like oxycontin. However‌.. Kratom IS addictive and regular users experience symptoms of withdrawal when they discontinue use. Source: DEA
Effects of Kratom Short-term effects
Long-term effects
Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Dehydration
Frequent urination
Skin irritation (itiching)
Constipation
Source: DEA, Narconon
Depression Insomnia Malnutrition
Organ dysfunction
Lowed immune system
Respiratory illness
Cardiac problems
Dark spots on face
Legal Status of Kratom Kratom is legal in Florida, however anything dubbed
as a “legal high” comes under suspicion and is being watched by law enforcemnet.
Kratom is not listed in the Controlled Substances Act.
The DEA added Kratom to the list of Drugs and Chemicals of Concern.