Because kratom has been studied in very few clinical trials, most of the information about how it is used comes from surveys and traditional use. Traditionally, kratom leaves are chewed and can also be boiled to make tea. In Western countries, kratom is usually available as a powder to be mixed with liquids and also in capsule form.^[1]

In a survey of 129 regular kratom users in the U.S., most consumed kratom daily, and most consumed 1-3 grams of kratom per dose. Some users consumed 4–6 grams per dose (33%). Of the 129 regular users, 37% consumed kratom as a beverage, 43.6% ingested raw kratom powder, and 18.9% took kratom capsules.^[1]