Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
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Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Pharmacy
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy [18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
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6/3/24  10:58 pm
Commenter: Philip Palazzolo, Freemason of King Oscar Lodge #855 & Veteran

Kratom Saves Lives. Keep it Legal
 

It’s important to be educated. Dear board of Virginia: Kratom, derived from the leaf of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, is a plant native to Southeast Asia that has been traditionally used for medicinal and cultural purposes. Recent scientific research has suggested that Kratom can have therapeutic effects, particularly in assisting individuals with substance use disorders by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

For those struggling with substance use disorders, Kratom has demonstrated potential in aiding in the recovery process by providing a natural alternative to harder substances, potentially preventing individuals from resorting to more dangerous substances like heroin or fentanyl.

In this context, keeping Kratom legally accessible can beseen as important for both harm reduction and for providing individuals with A legal, natural, and potentially effective alternative that may help alleviate the symptoms associated with substance withdrawal and help them on the path to recovery.

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