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- Kratom produces effects similar to opioids, including negative consequences during overdose or withdrawal.
- Its popularity and accessibility have increased significantly in recent years.
- There are growing concerns regarding its safety and potential for dependency.
Article Abstract
Kratom, a drug that produces similar adverse effects like those produced by opioids in patients who have overdosed or are going through withdrawal, has grown in popularity and availability.
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- * The main alkaloid in kratom, mitragynine, may negatively influence cognitive performance by disrupting synaptic plasticity and brain activity, highlighting the need for further study on its safety and therapeutic potential.
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