MGM-16 vs. MGM-15: What to Know About These 7-OH-Related Drugs
MGM-15, also called dihydro-7-hydroxy mitragynine, and MGM-16 are synthetic 7-OH-related compounds that have been studied for opioid-like activity and are now specifically named in federal regulatory action. Both substances are connected to 7-hydroxymitragynine, often called 7-OH, the potent kratom-related compound that federal agencies have recently targeted for temporary scheduling. While many people are familiar with […]
Legal Highs: DEA’s Temporary Ban on 7-OH, What It Means for Users and What Will Be Left on the Market
For years, smoke shops, gas stations, and online retailers have sold products marketed as “legal highs.” Some are framed as wellness products. Others are sold as energy boosters, mood enhancers, pain relievers, or alternatives to opioids, alcohol, or prescription medications. One of the most concerning substances in that market is 7-OH, short for 7-hydroxymitragynine. It […]