State Health Officials Take Action Against Kratom Products

Massachusetts cracks down on sales of kratom

BOSTON — State public health officials have banned sales of kratom amid rising concerns that the unregulated and heavily addictive drug that has been linked to seizures and other side effects.

State health officials take action against kratom products

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued the order Thursday. It is set to remain in effect for one year.

Emergency order issued to crack down on kratom products in Mass.

The order gives local officials authority to take enforcement action against retailers.

Healey temporarily restricts kratom sales statewide

State officials are temporarily designating all forms of kratom as Schedule I substances, which have a “high potential for abuse.” The post Healey temporarily restricts kratom sales statewide appeared first on Boston.com.

Massachusetts issues emergency order to restrict kratom sales

Massachusetts officials issued an emergency order to temporarily restrict the sale of kratom products following health concerns regarding dependency and overdose risks.

Mass. order restricts sale of unregulated kratom products

An emergency order will restrict the sale of "dangerous kratom products" in Massachusetts and launch a public awareness initiative.