Kratom Linked to Serious Side Effects and Deaths in New Study

By Ed Cara

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A liquid preparation of kratom, also known as Mitragyna speciosa

The herbal remedy kratom, often touted as an alternative treatment for opioid withdrawal or chronic pain, is in for more bad publicity. This week, scientists published yet more research showing that the plant is linked to reported dangerous side effects like seizures and deaths. Some people also appear to go through withdrawal when off kratom, much like conventional opioids.

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