Kratom Supplements Blamed for Salmonella Outbreak
Kratom Supplements Blamed for Salmonella Outbreak

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has previously warned consumers against using kratom, an herbal supplement marketed as an alternative to opioids. The FDA has reported at least 36 deaths linked to the supplement, which can cause seizures and liver damage. A new warning now links kratom to a Salmonella outbreak.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the multistate outbreak has been traced to the supplements, which are made from a plant. The CDC says the infection, began spreading in October and has affected 20 states so far. Three people in California have reportedly been affected. Eleven people across the country have been hospitalized, and one has died. Consumers are urged not to use kratom in any form to avoid an infection.

Salmonella Symptoms

Salmonella infections produce symptoms including abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever and chills, nausea and vomiting and headaches. If you have consumed kratom and are experiencing any of these symptoms, you should be evaluated by a doctor.

“This supplement clearly poses several health risks. Consumers should take the advice of the FDA and CDC and avoid taking kratom,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.

Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured by a drug and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, and Yucca Valley and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.

DISCLAIMER: The Walter Clark Legal Group blog is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended as legal or medical advice. References to laws are based on general legal practices and vary by location. Information reported comes from secondary news sources. We do handle these types of cases, but whether or not the individuals and/or loved ones involved in these accidents choose to be represented by a law firm is a personal choice we respect. Should you find any of the information incorrect, we welcome you to contact us with corrections.

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