OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter ...

But kratom is no run-of-the mill caffeine drink. Medical experts say it can be highly addictive, producing effects similar to those of opioids and opiates. USA TODAY spoke with over 20 people who say ...

Yes, kratom is legal in New Jersey. Currently, there are three bills in Trenton that might ban or regulate kratom in New ...

The FDA cites concerns over accessibility and possible harm to children and teenagers as reasons to regulate 7-OH, a ...

Dangerous products are marketed as “kratom extract” or “enhanced kratom” and often disguised as candies, gummies and even ice ...

Federal officials promised on Tuesday to crack down on a potent semisynthetic opioid found in gas store gummies, drinks and ...

The public should know these aren’t just dangerous for kids — they’re dangerous for everyone,’ one doctor says.

For a nation battered by opioids and haunted by the failures of big pharma, 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) might seem like a ...

While several states have enacted the KCPA, products that exceed safe 7-OH thresholds — or contain synthetically derived 7-OH ...

“WARNING: “Feel Free” isn’t as safe as it sounds. This kratom-based drink is being sold as a natural energy boost — but it’s ...

Kratom is legal to buy, distribute and consume in Michigan, according to the Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association's "Kratom: Summary of State Laws," as of April 2025. The analysis notes ...