Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is indigenous to the rain forests of South East Asia, mainly Thailand and Malaysia. It is a large tree that can reach 15 meters with large yellow flowers. Over 25 alkaloids have been isolated from kratom, the most important being mitragynine.

Kratom is widely known throughout Southeast Asia as a mild intoxicant (in the same general category as nicotine, caffeine, betel nut and so on.) There is also a small minority of users, that use kratom to prolong sexual intercourse.

In Thailand it was used in many dishes, before it was banned by the government. A handful of people in Malaysia are lobbying their government to allow medical research into kratom as a potential prescription substance. However as of January 2007, Malaysia is moving to make kratom more illegal rather than less, and plans to reclassify it under the dangerous drugs law rather than the less severe poisonous substances laws.

In addition to being used as a narcotic drug in its own right, it is often used as a substitute for opium when opium is unavailable, or to moderate opium addiction. As mitragynine suppresses opiate withdrawal, kratom is said to be a (temporary) cure for opium addiction

Product
10 gram

Effects
The effects of kratom leaves Malaysia seem to be identical to the effects of Bali Kratom. Effects come on within five to ten minutes after use, and last for several hours. Kratom has both stimulating and depressant qualities as if chewing coca leaves and smoking opium simultaneously. Some sources say that it is a stimulant in lower doses, becoming sedative in higher doses. The dominant effects seem to be similar to opiate drugs, including analgesia, roughly comparable in strength to codeine. Unlike opiates, mitragynine does not appear to cause nausea or vomiting. The feeling has been described as happy, strong, and active, with a strong desire to do work. Other effects of mitragynine are local anesthesia and central nervous system depression. Heavy use can result in a prolonged sleep.

Usage
The leaves of kratom are grinded and eaten, usually followed by drinking warm water, tea or coffee. Leaves can also be made into a tea, or a crude resin extraction can be made. An resin extract is made by preparing a water extract of the leaves, boiling it down, and then shaping it into a small ball. 3-5 grams is an average dosage. Azarius also offers finely powdered kratom. Ready for use and perfectly appropriate for mixing with honey or to blend in a milkshake.

Warning
We advise not to participate in traffic or other activities that demand your concentration. Usage of kratom in high dosages may be mildly addictive. Acute side effects include dry mouth, loss of appetite and constipation. Side effects from long term use include anorexia and weight loss, insomnia, and a darkening of the skin, particularly on the cheeks. Do not combine wit MAO-inhibitors.

Shipping restrictions
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