The California Department of Public Health is warning consumers about products containing kratom and 7-hyrdroxymitragynine, commonly known as 7-OH, a potent opioid product derived from the kratom plant.
These products may lead to addiction, serious harm, overdose and death. Since April 2025, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported six fatal overdoses linked to 7-OH.
“Although illegal to sell or manufacture, we are still finding kratom and 7-OH products for sale in gas stations, smoke shops, online and other retailers. While these products are sometimes marketed as natural remedies, they are dangerous and can result in fatal overdoses,” said Dr. Erica Pan, CDPH Director and State Public Health Officer. “The best way to protect yourself is to avoid using 7-OH and kratom-related products.”…