Question 1

which medication help to treat bulimia?

Accepted Answer

Several: There are many medications that can help with bulimia, but not all work on all individuals.  Ssris are commonly prescribed, but in other cases it is appropriate to prescribe a mood-stabilizer or an antipsychotic, depending on the presentation of the patient.

Question 2

what medication could be prescribed to treat bulimia and control urges to binge eat?

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One thought: Note that you are already on Adderall xr, Dexedrine and Lexapro (escitalopram) and have behavior therapy. Doubt that you need more meds in your system.  Have you considered acupuncture? The appetite suppression protocol (auricular) works quite well. Depression can also be treated (as an adjunct to your current treatment plan). Take care.

Question 3

what medications are usually given for eating disorders? either for bulimia, binge eating, or anorexia?

Accepted Answer

That depends: On whether you have associated MEDICAL ISSUES that require medication. In rare cases eating disorders have a purely medical or neurological basis. Most of the time these are psychiatric types of issues which can be approached with or without medication.  Need a good clean diagnosis first by a trained expert. Search out a good psychologist/psychiatrist for guidance and help.

Question 4

i have been diagnosed with bpd/ocpd with bulimia, depression, generalised anxiety and agoraphobia. what medications would be helpful alongside therapy?

Accepted Answer

Discuss w/ therapist: Personality disorders are not considered to be physical problems so medication might not be too useful. The other symptoms you name are often treated by Rx's incl SSRI and PRN tranquilizers. You'll need to really work toward changing your behaviors and tolerating the severe discomfort w/ lots of support. I imagine it will be hard - but also really worthwhile. I wish you well! Lean on one you trust

Question 5

i cant stop eating and purging and all drugs has no effect (prozac 20 mg , resperidal 2 mg , anafronil 75mg and effexor (venlafaxine) xr ) what can i do (bulimia nervosa)?

Accepted Answer

Better assessment: You describe a panoply of medications, all at doses too low to be effective..  You need a medication reassessment, which will consider  medicatiion at an adequate dose.  And you need to consider nonmedication -- psychotherapy -- approaches.

Question 6

can long term bulimia cause liver cancer? my mom has a 90% chance of liver cancer but hates alcohol has never drank or abused any drugs but pukes alot

Accepted Answer

NO: Liver cancer associated with many other conditions ( ie. Hep C, heavy metal ingestion, etc.) but no relation to bulimia,  Liver failure can cause emesis.

Question 7

could this be due to the medication i was taking or something else, how do i get through this? fight through it or rest? i was taking zoloft for just over 2 weeks, it triggered something in me that brought back my belemia issues.  with that i had a panic

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I : I am so glad that you wrote in with this question. Please get in touch with your doctor right away. I can not diagnose you. However a couple of things may have happened that might be associated with the zoloft (sertraline). I don't know what the zoloft (sertraline) is being prescribed for or what your mental and or medical history is.  I also don't know how high your dose is. I am concerned by your description of taking medication and developing sped up speech and highs and lows.  Your sped up speech and panic may be due to anxiety. There is also a possibility that taking the zoloft (sertraline) could have triggered hypomania or mania.  Symptoms of mania  or hypomania could include either elation or agitation, racing thoughts, thoughts shifting rapidly from one subject to another, confusion, a decreased need for sleep, talking more or talking faster, taking risks that aren't normal for you and a really high energy level. If this has occured, it can be serious.
  On the other hand, sometimes zoloft (sertraline) and the class of drugs called serotonin reuptake inhibitors can lead a person to feel nervous, and restless. You may get a headache or be more tense. You might experience loose bowel movements. Your body and my mind can also reacte negatively if a medication is abruptly stopped.
  Ok, my biggest worry is your statement "i need to continue with life but am so exhausted and feel like i cant."  if you are having thoughts of taking your life, it is imperative that you get emergency assistance. If you have a plan of how you could kill yourself and an urge to carry it out, you need to be seen at the emergency room right away. Call 911 if you need to.
  The long and short of it, - get help now.  You are worth it.

Question 8

what are the effects of bulimia on the voice?

Accepted Answer

Laryngitis and more: If repeated vomiting is part of your bulemic spectrum, then exposure of the vocal cords to stomach acid & pepsin will result in inflammation of the vocal cords (as is also often seen with acid regurgitation). Acute laryngitis may result, but watch out for chronic hoarseness, throat clearing, airway spasms, bronchitis, an asthma-type presentation, and even a higher risk of throat cancer.

Question 9

what's your opinion on treating bulimia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

The Team Approach: Treating bulimia nervosa is best done using a multidisciplinary team approach with more than a single treatment modality.  The team should consist of the patient, the patient's family, a primary care physician, a psychiatrist, a therapist and a dietician experienced in treating eating disorders.  Individual, group, and family psychotherapy along with medication management are necessary.

Question 10

please explain what are some tips and tricks on purging or bulimia?

Accepted Answer

"Tips and tricks"?: The main tip i can recommend is to get professional help if you are purging or bulimic.  This can be a very dangerous practice, and you can die.  Please see your family physician first.  There are also psychiatrists, psychologists, nutritionists, and other therapists who specialize in eating disorders and can help you.

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Which medication help to treat bulimia?

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What medication could be prescribed to treat bulimia and control urges to binge eat?

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What medications are usually given for eating disorders? either for bulimia, binge eating, or anorexia?

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I have been diagnosed with bpd/ocpd with bulimia, depression, generalised anxiety and agoraphobia. what medications would be helpful alongside therapy?

A member asked:

I cant stop eating and purging and all drugs has no effect (prozac 20 mg , resperidal 2 mg , anafronil 75mg and effexor (venlafaxine) xr ) what can i do (bulimia nervosa)?

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Can long term bulimia cause liver cancer? my mom has a 90% chance of liver cancer but hates alcohol has never drank or abused any drugs but pukes alot

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Could this be due to the medication i was taking or something else, how do i get through this? fight through it or rest? i was taking zoloft for just over 2 weeks, it triggered something in me that brought back my belemia issues. with that i had a panic

A member asked:

What are the effects of bulimia on the voice?

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What's your opinion on treating bulimia nervosa?

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Please explain what are some tips and tricks on purging or bulimia?

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