What Are the Different Types of Treatment for Bulimia?
Bulimia treatment depends on the severity of the bulimia and how long the bulimia has been occurring. This disorder can be difficult to diagnose due to patients being of average weight, as opposed to anorexia patients who are significantly below weight. There are various types of treatment for bulimia such as medications and psychotherapy. Alternative medicine treatments such as hypnotherapy and vitamins are also available. Medications such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers are used in treatment for bulimia. For instance, antidepressants like fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), bupropion (Wellbutrin), desipramine, and imipramine have been used. In addition, mood stabilizers such as topiramate, lithium, and valproic acid have been used where other treatments fail. Ondansetron and baclofen have also been used in treatment for bulimia.
