Severe bupropion XR abuse in a patient with long-standing bulimia nervosa and complex PTSD.
Yael DaganJoel YagerPublished in: The International journal of eating disorders (2018)
The stimulant, euphoriant, and anorexic effects of bupropion XR contribute to its potential for abuse, particularly among patients with eating disorders. Clinicians are reminded to screen for anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa histories prior to prescribing this medication, and to consider its abuse among eating disorder patients presenting with seizures. For patients abusing this medication, motivational interviewing in the context of a strong, ongoing therapeutic relationship might help to achieve sustained periods of abstinence.
Keyphrases
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