Polyphagia
What is Polyphagia?
Polyphagia, also known as hyperphagia, is a feeling of extreme, insatiable hunger. It's a common sign of diabetes, but can have other causes. Symptoms include overeating, eating more frequently than usual, feeling unsatisfied even after eating a full meal, and waking up hungry in the middle of the night.
Treatments for polyphagia include medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause. Common drug types used to treat polyphagia include insulin antagonists, antithyroid drugs, antidepressants, and antianxiety medications.
Popular Polyphagia Drugs
Note: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.
Polyphagia: Drug Classes
Polyphagia drugs are grouped into the following classes based on how they work:
Insulin antagonists are used to treat hypoglycemia in individuals with diabetes type 1 and type 2. They work by increasing glucose to raise blood sugar levels.
Learn about Insulin Antagonists