What to Know About Kratom and 7-OH Addiction
What Is Kratom and 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)?
Kratom is a substance that is extracted from a tree related to the coffee family in Southeast Asia. This substance is typically used by individuals to self-medicate for pain. 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) naturally occurs in the kratom plant as a chemical compound similar to opioids. This substance is more potent than morphine, leaving users addicted.
Is Kratom Addictive?
Kratom contains compounds that bind to the mu-opioid receptors in the brain. Mu-opioid receptors are the key targets for pain medication, which makes pain relief and sedation possible. Due to the calming and euphoric feeling users may experience, they can become dependent on Kratom for emotional regulation or pain relief.
Kratom Withdrawal Symptoms
Individuals commonly experience a variety of symptoms when withdrawing from Kratom or 7-OH. Typically, the symptoms include:
- Anxious and racing thoughts
- Agitation
- Muscle and joint aching
- GI Upset, such as nausea and diarrhea
- Insomnia
- Emotional instability
When to Seek Help
Many people do not know that they should seek help or that they are addicted to Kratom or 7-OH because it is easily accessible and viewed as a “natural” substance. What they do not come to realize is that the addiction and effects can be worse than with the substance fentanyl. Seeking help can ease withdrawal symptoms and lead to a more long-term recovery. If you rely on Kratom to feel normal and just to get through the day, it may be important to seek help.
Where to Get Help While Withdrawing from Kratom
Seek help at the Addiction Outreach Clinic. With multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania, our team is experienced in helping those recovering from addiction with a treatment program that fits each individual’s needs. Contact our team today for help recovering from Kratom or 7-OH withdrawals.
