Dried Kratom leaves can also be crushed or powderized to be mixed with fruit juices or different sauces. Doing so will mask the quite bitter taste of the Kratom so the herb can easily be swallowed. Since the herb is used for its sedative effects, some prefer smoking Kratom. However, the amount of leaves needed to smoke Kratom may be too much of the acceptable dose of the herb. Smoking Kratom is then largely discouraged.
Although a more lengthy way to prepare Kratom, some users prefer preparing Kratom extract in a paste-like form which can be formed by boiling fresh and dried leaves for a long period of time. Small palettes can then be formed from the extract that can be later on, swallowed or dissolved in water.
Regardless of how Kratom is taken, it is important to know that effects of Kratom will depend on the potency of the leaves and the user. Strong Kratom or premium grade Kratom would most likely have 3-5 grams of leaf material. Some users would feel the effects of Kratom with just 2 grams of premium Kratom leaves. But weaker Kratom may be sold in doses of more than 10 grams. Since Kratom can be sold in a variety of potency levels, it is recommended to take a smaller dosage of Kratom first then work one's way up to a comfortable dosage.
Since Kratom is commercially known for its sedative effects, knowing the proper dosage is extremely important for such an herb. Consuming the herb may not provide the desired results if large doses are attempted, so make sure to administer Kratom correctly with every use.
