Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
 
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Pharmacy
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy [18 VAC 110 ‑ 20]
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6/5/24  11:29 pm
Commenter: Anonymous

Schedule I classification support - Causes neonatal withdrawal syndrome
 

Kratom use during pregnancy poses significant risks to both the mother and the developing fetus. These risks include potential birth defects and other severe health complications. Schedule I classification will help mitigate these dangers and protect maternal and fetal health. Ensuring public safety through effective regulation is crucial.

 

NELLHAUS, E., ANDREWS, L., HAAS, J., MISKELL, D., KUREK, K., HANSEN, Z., DAVIES, T.. Neonatal Withdrawal Following in Utero Exposure to Kratom. International Journal of Clinical Pediatrics, North America, 7, dec. 2018. Available at: <https://www.theijcp.org/index.php/ijcp/article/view/317>. Date accessed: 06 Jun. 2024.
 

 

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