What are the potential consequences of restricting access to kratom for individuals who rely on it for pain management or other conditions?

Kratom, and is it safe? Stacia Woodcock, PharmD Christina Palmer, MD Written by Stacia Woodcock, PharmD | Reviewed by Christina Palmer, MD Updated on August 12 ... Sep 21, 2024 ... Kratom is an herbal substance collected from tropical trees native to Southeast Asia that can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects. Sep 28, 2022 ... Kratom can be addictive because it binds to opioid receptors in the brain, and when it wears off, users can feel depressed and anxious. Mar 17, 2023 ... Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) refers to a tree indigenous to Southeast Asia. The tree grows naturally in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and ... Nov 28, 2023 ... Effective July 1, 2024, Colorado will prohibit sale of kratom products "adulterated with fentanyl" or other substances controlled under state ... Sep 17, 2024 ... Low doses of kratom can act as a stimulant and make you more alert. Higher doses, on the other hand, can be sedating and possibly offer relief ... Jan 31, 2024 ... Kratom companies and lobbyists sell the plant as a safe way to escape opioid addiction, but people with a documented history of drug use ... Oct 30, 2024 ... Kratom addiction is becoming more common among teens. In a low dose, kratom acts like a stimulant, similar to medications commonly used to treat ... Background. Kratom (Mitragynia speciosa korth) is recognized increasingly as a remedy for opioid withdrawal by individuals who self-treat chronic pain. Case ... Aug 30, 2024 ... Kratom has long term health effects that can be potentially dangerous. This article will discuss the risks to the health of long term kratom users.