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Characteristics of deaths associated with kratom use [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Psychopharmacology, 2019
BACKGROUND: Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa Korth) use has increased in Western countries, with a rising number of associated deaths. There is growing debate about the involvement of kratom in these events. AIMS: This study details the characteristics of such
Hugh Claridge   +2 more
exaly   +2 more sources

Prevalence and Use Patterns of Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa Korth.) in a US Nationally Representative Sample

Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
With increasing diversity of kratom (Mitragyna speciosa Korth.) products containing higher amounts of alkaloids including mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, safety becomes a public concern.
O. Grundmann   +4 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Chemical Analysis and Alkaloid Intake for Kratom Products Available in the United States.

Drug Testing and Analysis
Previously, we used ecological momentary assessment (EMA) to evaluate motivations and temporal patterns of kratom use for 15 days among US adult kratom consumers (N = 357).
Abhisheak Sharma   +10 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa)

The Primary Care Companion For CNS Disorders, 2020
Increased use of the opioid-related plant kratom as an alternative treatment for opioid withdrawal symptoms has raised concerns regarding its potential for abuse and severe adverse effects. A review of the literature was performed to characterize kratom's pharmacology, clinical efficacy, and adverse effects to increase understanding and evaluate ...
Roopa, Sethi   +4 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Prevalence of Kratom Use Disorder Among Kratom Consumers

Journal of Addiction Medicine
Objectives Kratom leaf products are increasingly consumed in the United States, with many consumers reporting they experience beneficial effects from kratom use. However, there is a growing concern for kratom’s potential to result in dependence when used regularly.
Katherine, Hill   +3 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Kratom

The Primary Care Companion For CNS Disorders, 2021
To understand and highlight the current issues, emerging trends, and regulations of kratom in the United States.PubMed and PubMed Central of the National Library of Medicine, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and ClinicalTrials.gov databases were utilized.Studies published between January 1, 2000, and June 30, 2020, were accessed by using the MeSH term mitragyna in ...
Kaushal, Shah   +2 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Kratom in Thailand

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2011
In early 2010, the Thai Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) developed a policy proposal to review different aspects of the criminal justice process in relation to drug cases. The possibility of decriminalising the indigenous psychoactive plant, kratom, was included in the ONCB’s proposal for consideration by the Ministry of Justice.
Pascal Tanguay   +1 more
openaire   +1 more source

From Kratom to Semi-Synthetic Opioids: The Rise and Risks of MGM-15.

Drug Testing and Analysis
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa), a plant native to Southeast Asia, has long been used for its stimulant and analgesic properties. 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-HMG) is a potent and selective opioid agonist in vitro and demonstrates a potent opioid effect in living
Abhishek Gour   +9 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa Korth.) Use Among Poly-Drug Users in Southeast Asia: A Systematic Review

Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a medicinal plant in Southeast Asia. While studies continue to highlight kratom’s utility among poly-drug users, its context of use and therapeutic relevance appears opaque.
N. Govarthnapany   +2 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

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