Bulimia nervosa and pregnancy (and breastfeeding)
NICE suggest (1):
- if a woman who is taking medication for bulimia nervosa is planning a pregnancy or pregnant, healthcare professionals should consider gradually stopping the medication after discussion with her. If the problem persists, referral for specialist treatment should be considered
- women who have an episode of bulimia nervosa while breastfeeding
- if a woman has an episode of bulimia nervosa while breastfeeding, psychological treatment should be offered, rather than fluoxetine at 60 mg. If a woman is already taking fluoxetine at 60 mg, she should be advised not to breastfeed (2)
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