Kratom extract is a concentrated form of kratom powder, which contains the alkaloids that provide the herb’s therapeutic effects. The extract can be found in tinctures, capsules, or other liquid delivery systems such as gummies or drops. It is available in various concentrations, from a single gram per serving to a full spectrum blend that includes both red and green vein varieties of the plant. When used correctly, kratom extract can help relieve pain and boost energy.
The alkaloids in kratom extract stimulate the central nervous system to increase blood pressure and heart rate, which can reduce feelings of fatigue. It is also a stimulant that can help improve focus and concentration and enhance productivity. Some people even use kratom to relieve pain, and it can be more effective than opioids when used in low doses.
Many users of kratom report side effects such as dry mouth, stomach upset, darkened skin on the face or lips, anorexia, weight loss, frequent urination and constipation. It is recommended that you consult a health care professional before taking kratom and follow their suggestions regarding dosage and frequency of consumption. It is also important to contact them as soon as possible if you feel that the suggested dosage is not working or if you are experiencing any adverse symptoms.
When taken in high doses, kratom can lead to depression and has been reported to cause hallucinations or delusions. It is recommended that you seek medical attention if you experience any of these side effects, as it may be a sign that the kratom is too strong for your body.
A number of different extraction methods can be used to produce kratom extract, but the most common is supercritical fluid extraction (SFE). This uses carbon dioxide, which has the properties of both a liquid and gas, to extract the active compounds from the plant. This method is very popular because it is environmentally sustainable and produces high-quality extracts in a short amount of time. Other extraction methods include maceration, infusion, percolation, and decoction.
ASE is an efficient extraction technique for kratom leaves because it can be used with water, ethanol, and EtOH, which are green solvents with less environmental impact than the most commonly used solvent, methanol. This method was also found to be more cost-effective and energy efficient compared to other extraction techniques.
The ASE aqueous, MeOH, and EtOAc kratom leaf extracts showed no significant differences in the dry yield or mitragynine content. However, a reduction in extraction time significantly increased the amount of phytochemicals extracted. Moreover, the ASE aqueous extract was found to be nontoxic in both hot plate and tail-flick tests, indicating that it is safe for human consumption.
Although more research is needed to determine whether kratom is safe for pregnancy, it is not recommended that women take it during this time. There have been multiple case reports of newborns showing signs of neonatal abstinence syndrome similar to those caused by opioids after their mothers took kratom during pregnancy.