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Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder that is characterized by a cycle of binge eating (BULIMIA or bingeing) followed by inappropriate acts (purging) to avert weight gain. Purging methods often include self-induced VOMITING, use of LAXATIVES or DIURETICS, excessive exercise, and FASTING.
Also Known As:
Nervosa, Bulimia
Networked: 1137 relevant articles (104 outcomes, 272 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Binge-Eating Disorder (Binge Eating Disorder)
2. Anorexia Nervosa
3. Feeding and Eating Disorders (Eating Disorder)
4. Bulimia (Binge Eating)
5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive)

Experts

1. Monteleone, Palmiero: 23 articles (11/2020 - 11/2002)
2. Maj, Mario: 20 articles (11/2020 - 11/2002)
3. Mitchell, James E: 19 articles (01/2017 - 03/2002)
4. Treasure, Janet: 18 articles (01/2021 - 02/2004)
5. Kaye, Walter H: 17 articles (06/2022 - 02/2003)
6. Bulik, Cynthia M: 16 articles (01/2022 - 01/2002)
7. Steiger, Howard: 15 articles (10/2014 - 01/2003)
8. Maj, M: 14 articles (01/2018 - 01/2000)
9. Monteleone, P: 14 articles (01/2018 - 01/2000)
10. Keel, Pamela K: 13 articles (01/2020 - 03/2002)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Bulimia Nervosa:
1. Antidepressive Agents (Antidepressants)IBA
2. Fluoxetine (Prozac)FDA LinkGeneric
3. Serotonin (5 Hydroxytryptamine)IBA
4. Topiramate (Topamax)FDA LinkGeneric
5. Fluvoxamine (Luvox)FDA LinkGeneric
6. Lisdexamfetamine DimesylateFDA Link
7. Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)FDA LinkGeneric
8. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)IBA
9. FenfluramineIBA
10. Cholecystokinin (Pancreozymin)IBA

Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)
3. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
4. Enteral Nutrition (Feeding, Tube)
5. Secondary Prevention