Kratom-induced transaminitis with subsequent precipitated opioid withdrawal following naltrexone

• Main Authors: Aimee N. Jensen, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP (Author), Quynh-Nhu Truong, PharmD, BCPS (Author), Melanie Jameson, PharmD (Author), Celeste N. Nadal, MD (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists, 2021-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Kratom is an herbal supplement that has gained popularity for recreational use within the United States. Kratom exerts opioid-like effects and, although not US FDA approved, is commonly used for self-treatment of pain, withdrawal management from opioids, and euphoria. Drug-related hepatic injury has...