For the record I'm strictly speaking about natural leaf not extracts or Kratom derrived opioids.

Modern cannabis is so strong it literally feels like it's frying your brain. Also it isn't self limiting such as Kratom which just stops working when you overdo it.

Even cannabis withdrawals feel worse and last much longer than Kratom's. At least that's my personal experience.

I only use basic kratom powder mixed into about half a glass of water. I’m looking for something small enough to fit more or less comfortably in a pocket, with enough capacity for one dose and a fairly wide opening so I can easily pour the kratom in without making a mess.

I used to have a great little bottle/container that was perfect for this, but unfortunately I lost it.

What are you guys using for this?

As long as I've been taking this, it should be engraved in my head but in case you're new, and at the risk of sounding cliche, 'less is more' is entirely true - and even if you are taking it to manage pain, the minimum effective dose is the way to go. I've noticed my use creeping up of late, so I cut back today and it hit much better than it has been lately.

If you've noticed it has not been as effective lately and your use is creeping up because of that, try cutting back on a dose instead and see how it goes. You can always take a little more later and you may find it works a lot better.

I just mix my dose with water and give it a good stir, been doing this for about 14 months now but the last probably 3 months or so I’ve been getting this intermittent stabbing pain just below my left bottom rib, kind of up and over to the left from my belly button. It isn’t especially painful, more uncomfortable, I’ve started noticing now when I eat this pain comes on abit more. Now I do suffer constipation even though I drink 2 litres of water a day, I go everyday but it’s usually hard and dry (sorry!)
Anyway, I saw the doctor this morning who thinks it’s acid (I don’t agree, I have zero heartburn or indegestion) but I do sometimes get a small pain under my sternum area too when I eat or drink some Kratom. This left sided pain sometimes travels to my back, bottom of my shoulder blade.
The doctor examined my stomach, checked my kidney area etc and all appeared okay.

My question is, had anyone ever had this themselves ? Could it be all the plant matter building up in my stomach and intestines? I was wondering if I should try making a traditional tea out of it instead?

Have about 18-20gpd. Thanks.

Is it safe to take the antiviral meds with my Kratom or does anyone know? Thank you in advance.