Exploring the self-reported motivations of kratom ( < em > Mitragyna speciosa < /em > Korth.) use: a cross-sectional investigation

CONCLUSIONS: Kratom was primarily used as a harm-reduction agent for SUDs and self-treatment of chronic conditions. Healthcare professionals need better information about kratom, its potential adverse effects, and clinically significant drug interactions.PMID:35389321 | DOI:10.1080/00952990.2022.2041026

Source: The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse - April 7, 2022 Category: Addiction Authors: Oliver Grundmann Charles A Veltri Diana Morcos David Knightes Kirsten E Smith Darshan Singh Ornella Corazza Eduardo Cinosi Giovanni Martinotti Zach Walsh Marc T Swogger Source Type: research