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Kratom exposures reported to Texas poison centers
1a Texas Department of State Health Services , Austin , Texas , USA.
Journal of Addictive Diseases
|December 12, 2013
Summary
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) use has increased in the US, with 14 poison center exposures reported in Texas from 2009-2013. Most cases involved young adults ingesting kratom, requiring healthcare facility management.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Public Health
Background:
- Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia.
- Its use has been increasing in the United States.
- Concerns exist regarding its safety and potential for abuse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and characterize kratom exposures reported to Texas poison centers.
- To analyze trends in kratom-related incidents over time.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of poison center data.
- Identification of cases involving kratom exposure between January 1998 and September 2013.
- Data extraction on patient demographics, route of exposure, and management.
Main Results:
- No kratom exposures were reported from 1998 to 2008.
- Fourteen kratom exposures were reported from 2009 to September 2013.
- The majority of patients were in their 20s (11/22) and male (11/22).
- Kratom was primarily ingested (12/14), with some cases involving inhalation.
- Most patients (12/14) were managed at a healthcare facility.
Conclusions:
- Kratom exposures reported to Texas poison centers significantly increased from 2009 to 2013.
- Young adults appear to be a vulnerable demographic for kratom-related exposures.
- The findings highlight the growing public health concern associated with kratom use in the US.
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