Supporters argue it is a safer, natural alternative to opioids. But critics and regulators warn about the risks of dependence ...

Kratom is a natural plant. Some companies sell synthetic high-potency products under the label of kratom, but the federal government is cracking down on deceptive practices.

The FDA has released a report to educate the public regarding the dangers of 7-OH and its distinction from the kratom plant ...

The FDA announced that it is urging the Drug Enforcement Agency to "classify 7-OH as a Schedule 1 substance, placing it on a ...

OH, a kratom derivative, is marketed as a natural remedy, but the FDA says it’s dangerous. About the hidden risks and what ...

The opioid-like substance is sold in gummies, tablets and drinkable shots, mainly in gas stations and convenience stores.

The federal government is seeking to restrict a synthetic kratom product that is already banned in Arizona but easy to find ...

When federal health regulators last week announced plans to control a compound found in the kratom plant, they made one big distinction: "We're not targeting the kratom leaf or ground up kratom," Food ...

Too often, people fall victim to fads and false advertising. An influencer is warning people of the dangers of a kratom ...

The FDA says kratom carries similar risks of abuse, addiction and in some cases, death, as opioids. It is also often used recreationally for its euphoric effects. Along with opioid withdrawal ...

The FDA stands ready to evaluate evidence that could demonstrate a medicinal purpose for kratom. However, to date, we have received no such submissions and are not aware of any evidence that would ...