bulimia nervosa

an eating disorder involving recurrent episodes of binge eating (i.e., discrete periods of uncontrolled consumption of abnormally large quantities of food) followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors (e.g., self-induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives, fasting, excessive exercise). Compare binge-eating disorder.

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December 24th 2024

dihydroergotamine

n. a semisynthetic derivative of the ergot alkaloid ergotamine, used in the treatment of acute migraine headache. It is a potent vasoconstrictor due to its ability to antagonize alpha-adrenergic receptors in blood-vessel walls as well as serotonin and dopamine receptors. U.S. trade names: DHE 45; Migranal.