I have never heard of Kratom untill last year. I've been experimenting with it, with very encouraging results. Seems to work as well as Oxycodone for me, in fact in some ways better. The amount I have to take is rather high, but not a problem per se. I am just now completing the transition from Oxycodone and other prescription opioids. Here I found information that Kratom can be a great herbal alternative to opiates and makes the withdrawal process much easier.