People commonly use kratom for withdrawal from heroin, morphine, and other opioid drugs, as well as cough, depression, anxiety, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Using kratom can also be unsafe.
Kratom is banned in some states and countries due to serious safety concerns. The US FDA has warned consumers to avoid using products containing kratom.
Stimulant effects
According to the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA), a small dose that produces stimulant effects is just a few grams. The effects usually happen within 10 minutes after ingesting it and can last up to 1.5 hours. These effects can include:
- alertness
- sociability
- giddiness
- reduced motor coordination
Sedative effects
A larger dose of 10 to 25 grams of dried leaves can have a sedative effect, causing feelings of calmness and euphoria that could last up to 6 hours.
Reported side effects of long-term use of kratom include:
- constipation
- lack or loss of appetite
- severe weight loss
- insomnia
- discoloration of the cheeks
- higher blood pressure and other cardiovascular effects
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