The rising practice of combining kratom, a available botanical, with codeine – often referred to as "Kratom Lean" – presents a challenging legal grey area. At present, the nationally regulated status of kratom stays in flux, varying greatly by state and localities, while codeine’s restricted nature adds another aspect of regulatory uncertaint

The alarming popularity of "legal lean" syrup, a concoction containing codeine and copyright, is creating a particularly dangerous situation when mixed with kratom. Both act on the body in distinct ways, but their joint effects can be unpredictable. People may experience exacerbated respiratory slowdown, significant sedation, and a higher risk of a