Medical Condition Anorexia

Source:

2009 icd-9-cm diagnosis 783.0 - anorexia

Active Ingredients used for Anorexia:

Riboflavin

Active Ingredient	Uses based on scientific evidence	Grade*
riboflavin (vitamin b2)	levels of important nutrients are often low in individuals with anorexia or bulimia, with up to 20-33% of patients deficient in vitamins b2 (riboflavin) and b6 (pyridoxine). dietary changes alone, without additional supplements, can often bring vitamin b levels back to normal. however, extra b2 and b6 may be required. nutritional and medical guidance for such patients should be under the direction of a qualified healthcare professional.	c

*Key to grades
A: Strong scientific evidence for this use;
B: Good scientific evidence for this use;
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use;
D: Fair scientific evidence against this use;
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use.