Dependence and substance use disorder
The FDA warns about substance use disorder associated with kratom. NIDA reports that some people use kratom to manage withdrawal, pain, fatigue, or mental-health concerns, while research continues into its health effects. Dependence, withdrawal, and a diagnosed substance use disorder are not interchangeable terms, and a healthcare professional should assess individual symptoms.
Do not abruptly change use based on this page. A qualified healthcare professional can discuss withdrawal risks and treatment options. In an emergency, call 911.
Documentation that may be relevant
- Treatment, counseling, detoxification, hospitalization, and pharmacy records.
- Dates and frequency of use, attempts to stop, and symptoms reported to providers.
- Product packaging, concentration claims, serving instructions, and warnings.
- Advertisements or seller statements that influenced the purchase.
- Receipts, subscription records, online orders, and payment history.
Marketing and warnings
A claim review may consider how the product was described, whether the label identified ingredients or concentration, and whether warnings addressed potential dependence or withdrawal. Preserve screenshots or emails as they appeared when the product was purchased.
Confidential review
Legal viability depends on medical evidence, product identification, the seller or manufacturer, jurisdiction, and deadlines. Requesting a review does not commit you to bringing a claim.
Health sources: FDA and Kratom; NIDA — Kratom.
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