The Brief
- Medical experts are calling an over-the-counter substance sold in Florida legal morphine.
- 7-OH, also known as hydroxymitragynine, is sold in small pouches and comes in various flavors.
- Proponents of the medication say it can be effective in treating addiction.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – An over-the-counter substance sold in Florida smoke shops is raising concerns among medical experts, who are calling it a potential public health threat.
The backstory:
The chemical, known as 7-OH – or hydroxymitragynine – is marketed in small pouches, sold for less than $10, and comes in flavors such as mint, berry and blue razz.
Researchers say, however, what’s inside is far more dangerous than it looks.…