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FDA asks Justice Department to classify gas station products with opioid-like effects as illicit substances (www.nbcnews.com)

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The substance, 7-OH, is found naturally in kratom, an unregulated dietary supplement made from the leaves of a tropical evergreen tree.

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday recommended classifying 7-OH, a compound with opioid-like effects found in unregulated tablets, gummies and drink mixes sold in gas stations and convenience stores, as an illicit substance.

Such a move by the Justice Department would restrict or prohibit access to the products, which are also currently sold online.

The chemical, formally known as 7-hydroxymitragynine, is often marketed as a way to help people relax, relieve pain or improve their mood or focus. But studies suggest it’s more potent than morphine, and the FDA has warned it could damage the heart or liver and potentially lead to seizures, digestive issues, shallow breathing, withdrawal symptoms or even death.

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[–] Stalinwolf@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Plain-leaf Kratom was saving a lot of lives and getting a lot of folks off of pharmaceuticals, but some cunt always isolates the most potent compounds and/or makes extracts that wind up being the same as or even worse than stronger opioids.

I wholeheartedly believe that strict regulation of mitragynine products is the best way foward. Adulterated kratom products are nothing but trouble, and many people exploring the herb don't know enough about the topic to steer clear of enhanced leaf or extracts. It's been a huge can of worms since it started showing up in head shops and gas stations. Plain-leaf kratom is something that should be respected and not made widely available in public spaces.

[–] I_Fart_Glitter@lemmy.world 8 points 3 days ago (1 children)

From what I've heard it's also causing violent gas station robberies. People don't know what they're getting into when they pick up the bottle that looks like a 5 hour energy next to the cash register. Next thing you know, they're willing to harm someone for a fix.

[–] A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 12 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I think you can imagine the reality is somewhere between those extremes.

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 5 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Right? In reality these are people looking to get a legal way to fix their pain, and/or avoid opioid dependence. They know only pain and have no way of getting off the narcotic train.

[–] A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 5 points 3 days ago (1 children)

It can be really useful for alcoholics too

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Really? I hadn't heard about that.

[–] A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Booze and opioids have some pretty similar pathways, kratom can ease the withdrawals for either

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Interesting, I had no idea. Thanks for that. Do you know any more, like the why? Or just that that's the case?

[–] A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Sadly im no scientist, just an alcoholic :)

[–] P00ptart@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Is it for cravings or withdrawal symptoms or what, from your perspective does it help?

Edit: you already answered it was for withdrawals. Derp.