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Kratom from a pharmacological perspective

Kratom (Mitragyna Speciosa Korth.) is known as "Heaven Leaves from Kalimantan". The people of Kalimantan gave it this popular nickname, of course because of the benefits it has. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has included kratom in the New Psychoactive Substance (NPS). Traditionally, kratom is used to relieve pain, high blood pressure, coughs, increase energy, treat depression, anti-diabetes, sexual stimulant, and several other benefits. The mithragynine compound contained in kratom leaves has the potential to act as an opiate withdrawal drug, namely an opioid withdrawal drug that works by blocking the activity of opioid drugs and speeding up withdrawal symptoms in individuals who are dependent on opioids (narcotics).

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Traditionally believed benefits of kratom

In low doses, kratom is believed to work like a stimulant. This makes users feel more energetic, more aware of their surroundings, and feel more confident in carrying out social interactions. Meanwhile, at higher doses, kratom is said to be able to cause a euphoric effect. This leaf can also cause a sedative effect or work like an anesthetic and disrupt the emotions and sensations felt by the brain. The active ingredients contained in kratom are the alkaloids mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. This ingredient is believed to have an analgesic effect or relieve pain, reduce inflammation in the body, or make muscles more relaxed.

How to consume kratom

People usually consume kratom leaves by chewing them like "whiting", brewing them like tea, and burning or smoking them like cigarettes. Kratom leaves are believed to increase passion at work. People also believe that consuming kratom leaves can increase body stamina.

The method for making kratom directly from the garden is carried out by local residents who understand how to make it directly.

Procedures for making kratom