Posted by Using 7-Hydroxymitragynine safely is a difficult undertaking for even experienced users. The main idea here concerns itself with equal parts dosage and consistency. And even when things are done correctly, 7-Hyrdoxymitragynine (7-OH) has a whole slew of negative side effects and potential downsides that can’t be ignored.
Basically, what we’re saying is that 7-OH shouldn’t be taken without a good reason and even better preparation. And even then, 7-OH has the potential to be a dangerous alkaloid for its user should any dependencies develop. But let’s talk specifics:
7-OH, despite sharing a similar name to Mitragynine, can be thought of as almost the antithesis to its cousin Alkaloid: both are derived from Kratom, a plant traditionally grown in the humid climates of south-east Asia. Where Mitragynine (MIT) triggers a response from the user akin to caffeine, but much stronger. MIT will make a user feel euphoric, energetic, and will often increase their desire to commit to creative or laborious work.
7-OH, by contrast, will make its user feel like they’ve just taken an opiate-like substance (because they have!) They’ll feel relaxed, deeply calmed, and will likely be much more agreeable and sociable. The feelings of euphoria will still be there, but will likely be enhanced.
Dosage
7-OH has a generally agreed upon dosage level for different uses, and it is also agreed that going above 10milligrams in a single sitting increases risk for cardiovascular issues beyond acceptable levels. Where 5milligrams is the average dosage for experienced users who are taking 7-OH for pain management or recreational use, .5 to 2milligrams is absolutely perfect for the new user who wants to see how their body reacts to the alkaloid.
For a general overview, here’s a list of acceptable dosages and what their corresponding use cases are;
- .5 – 1 milligram: Slight effect of improved mood, maybe some light pain relief, but no guarantees on that front. This dosage is excellent for new users to test out their body’s response to the alkaloid without delving past the shallow end.
- 2 – 4 milligrams: The previous dosages effects, but increased. While still considered a light dosage by most standards, the pain relief will be much more noticeable and the mood improvement will be enough to encroach on “euphoria” territory. Low risk of tolerance buildup and dependency issues in this range so long as taken with scarcity.
- 5 – 7 milligrams: A moderate dosage. The effects of 7-OH within this dosage will be akin to what the alkaloid is predominantly advertised at doing: relieving anxieties, creating a sense of euphoria, relieving even strong pain, and aid users in falling asleep later in the day. At this dosage, risks of tolerance buildup and dependency development become more pronounced, and responsible usage becomes extremely important.
- 8 – 10 milligrams: The highest dosage that can be recommended to experienced users before the risk of repository issues, addiction, and eventual withdrawal increase significantly. This dosage should generally be reserved for users who don’t experience the kind of pain management they’re seeking, but also understand that they won’t need said pain relief for more than the next 2 to 3 days at most.
Consistency
Using 7-Hydroxymitragynine safely isn’t just about getting a dosage that’s both safe for use and also right for your specific use case, it’s also a matter of acknowledging the reality that 7-OH has three incredibly steep downsides to its uses: risk of dependency, risk of cardiovascular issues, and brutal withdrawal symptoms. To avoid these, you mustn’t only pay attention to the dosage you take in a single sitting (although this is the most important aspect of 7-OH consumption.) You must also consider how often you plan on taking the alkaloid.
For users who are using 7-OH for pain management, the amount of usage typically peaks at a ratio of four days for every week that passes, and at moderate to low dosages. For users who are using 7-OH recreationally, consider taking less than 5milligrams for no more than two consecutive days in a row. And at that, consider avoiding 7-OH recreationally on anything that isn’t a rare occasion. The obvious truth can’t be overstated: the less 7-OH you consume altogether, and the rarer the experience is, the less risk you take in developing a dependency or cardiovascular issues.
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