Medications such as antidepressants may reduce the frequency of binge-purge episodes of bulimia nervosa. They may also be used to treat other conditions, such as depression, that often occur along with bulimia nervosa. Additionally, antacids may be needed to decrease stomach acid, or bulk laxatives may be needed to replace the overuse of more harsh laxatives.

Bulimia Medication Choices

Antidepressant medications are used to reduce the frequency of binge-purge cycles and treat any accompanying depression

What To Think About

Often several antidepressant medications are tried to find the one that works best. Treatment with medications is more effective when combined with psychological counseling (which includes nutritional counseling).

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Reviewed: 03/2006