Posts by Dr. Devin Carlson

Kratom Guides

Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Turmeric, or Curcuma longa, is a perennial herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae (ginger) family. It is one of the most popular and well-studied medicinal plants.
Drug Interactions

Kratom & Hydrochlorothiazide: Are They Safe to Use Together?

Kratom can increase blood pressure and negate hydrochlorothiazide's blood pressure lowering property. Can they be used together, or is this risky?
Drug Interactions

Kratom & Trazodone: Are They Safe to Use Together?

Kratom and trazodone have an indirect interaction. In high doses, kratom can increase the sedative effect of trazodone.
Kratom Guides

Migraines & Cluster Headaches: How Are They Different?

Migraines and cluster headaches are often mistaken for each other, leading to improper treatment. Find out how they differ and if kratom can help.
Kratom Guides

Kratom vs. Blue Lotus Flower

Blue lotus and kratom have many differences and similarities. This article will clear up all the common misconceptions about these natural compounds.
Drug Interactions, Kratom Guides

Kratom & Doxycycline: Is This A Safe Combination?

Kratom's interaction with doxycycline is indirect but can make the latter less effective and lead to a slower metabolism in the body.
Drug Interactions, Kratom Guides

Do Kratom & Duloxetine Interact? Is It Safe to Combine Them?

Kratom can indirectly interact with duloxetine by competing for metabolic enzymes, causing an agonistic interaction and raising the body level of both drugs.
Drug Interactions, Kratom Guides

What’s the Deal With Kratom & Piracetam?

Piracetam is a somewhat controversial drug that's making waves for its supposed nootropic potential. But how does this drug interact with kratom?
Drug Interactions, Kratom Guides

Kratom and Quercetin: Are These Two Safe to Combine?

Kratom can indirectly interact with quercetin, reducing its antihypertensive effects, which might lead to serious side effects like raised blood pressure.
Drug Interactions, Kratom Guides

Kratom and Spironolactone (Aldactone): Are These Two Safe?

Kratom and spironolactone can indirectly interact, possibly causing raised blood pressure and dangerous side effects like renal failure.
Kratom Guides

Making Sense of Kratom Research: Therapeutic Effects, Abuse Potential, & More

There’s a massive interest in kratom — for individuals and scientists— and research is finally picking up. Here's what the most up-to-date studies show.
Kratom Guides, Side Effects

What Are the Kratom Wobbles?

What are kratom wobbles? Is it dangerous, and how can it be avoided?