Kratom, a popular substitute for opiates, may cause addiction and even death, FDA warns

The Verge
By Alessandra PotenzaNov 14, 2017, 1:05 pm429 pts
Kratom, a Southeast Asian plant known for its opiate-like effects, may put users at risk of addiction and even death, the US Food and Drug Administration said in a public health advisory today. The drug has been rising in popularity as an opioid alternative. Kratom, which has been consumed in Southeast Asia for…

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