KRATOM EDUCATION · ADULTS 21+
Understanding kratom
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia. Its leaves have a history of traditional use. That history does not establish that every product or pattern of use is safe.
Leaf powder, capsules and extracts
Plain leaf powder is dried, ground leaf. Powder capsules contain a measured amount of powder inside a capsule. Extracts concentrate constituents from the leaf and can differ substantially in composition and strength. These forms are not interchangeable by weight, capsule count or liquid volume.
Mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine are kratom alkaloids that interact with opioid receptors. The amount of extract listed on a label is different from the amount of mitragynine. Read the current label and matching batch information rather than guessing from a product name.
What research can tell us
Research is ongoing, and the short- and long-term risks are not fully understood. Kratom has not been established as safe and effective for medical use, and the FDA has not approved it to treat any medical condition. We do not recommend kratom to treat pain, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, addiction or withdrawal.
Labels, testing and product names
Color and strain names are product labels; they do not guarantee a particular effect, potency or suitability for an individual. Ask for testing that matches your batch or lot. A test report describes the sample and tests performed; it does not establish that use is risk-free. Avoid treating “natural,” “pure” or a manufacturing-quality claim as a medical safety guarantee.
Serving and label guide · Batch test information · Frequently asked questions · Contact our team
Important safety information
Some people who use kratom regularly develop dependence and experience withdrawal when stopping. Nausea, constipation, dizziness, and drowsiness have been reported. Rare but serious events, including seizures and liver injury, have also been reported in people using kratom. Some reports involve other substances, varying product composition, or incomplete information, which can make the cause difficult to determine. These limitations do not establish that kratom is risk-free or rule out its contribution to harm.
For adults 21+ only. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not combine kratom with alcohol, opioids or other drugs. Discuss medications and health conditions with a qualified healthcare professional before use. Do not drive or operate machinery after use. Keep products out of reach of children.
Stop use and seek medical advice if you experience an adverse reaction. Call 911 for trouble breathing, a seizure, collapse or loss of consciousness. Seek prompt medical care for yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or persistent vomiting.
Age and local restrictions
Laughing Lion Herbs serves adults 21+ only. Kratom restrictions can differ by state and locality and can change. Check the rules that apply where you live and where an order will be delivered before purchasing.
Read the evidence
NIH: kratom research and safety · FDA information on kratom
Information reviewed October 3, 2026. Research continues to develop. This page provides general information and does not replace professional medical advice. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.