What to Expect from Kratom Withdrawal

Kratom is often seen by people as an alternative to opioids because it acts on the brain the same way when taken in higher doses. Unfortunately, this also means that kratom has a somewhat similar addiction potential.

As with other substances with opioid-like effects, kratom can cause tolerance, cravings, and dependence. Eventually, this can lead to physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms when people stop using it.
Potential symptoms

Kratom withdrawal produces many of the same symptoms as opiates and opioids withdrawal, though they aren’t always as severe.

Physical symptoms include:

• insomnia
• muscle aches
• jerky movements
• runny nose and watery eyes
• severe abdominal cramps
• nausea and vomiting
• diarrhea
• dilated pupils
• blurred vision
• hot flashes and sweats
• fever
• decreased appetite
• changes in heart rate and blood pressure
• seizures