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Private ADHD Titration

There is a current national shortage of medications to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing issues and the growing demand for ADHD medications worldwide.

Our service is private ADHD titration instead of waiting for NHS funding via Right to Choose. Our assessments cost include the cost of one prescription.

Titration

A highly skilled consultant psychiatrist will conduct a thorough evaluation of your ADHD. This includes a complete medical history, and an assessment using the typical ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.

After your assessment After your assessment, you will be informed if medication would be beneficial for your particular situation. This will be discussed at your follow up appointment (which can be scheduled in person, via video link or via phone). Your doctor will go over the various options for [Redirect Only] medications available. If you decide to start taking medication, we will help you the opportunity to increase your dosage to optimize the benefits/side-effects balance for you.

This is a process which could take a few weeks and involves adjusting the dosage of your child's medication gradually until the appropriate balance is achieved. It's not uncommon to need to adjust two or three medicines before finding the best one for your child's ADHD symptoms. It is essential for parents to take part in this process of titration and keep a close eye on their child's behaviour to let the doctor know whether the medication is helping or causing adverse effects.

Unless you have decided to return to NHS treatment the medication you take will be issued with a prescription from a private pharmacy that you'll need to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in the consultation fee). You'll be required to attend six monthly appointments to monitor your medication - this includes pulse and blood pressure readings. Annual reviews are also mandatory.

Follow-up appointments

Once the evaluation has been completed you will be able to make appointment with the psychiatrist as necessary. The appointment is typically conducted through a zoom video call. However, in some cases, it may be possible to have an audio-only consultation to be scheduled (again with an additional cost).

We will then discuss treatment options and choose an individualised, bespoke ADHD medication titration. This will include a discussion and review of your medication dose and any side effects that you may be experiencing. These titration sessions cost PS150 for face-to-face sessions, and PS60 by video or phone consultation. The pharmacy will be charged for any cost of medication.

The psychiatrist will ask questions regarding your family history as well as the effects of your ADHD symptoms on your daily life and any mental health issues you might be suffering from. This is because ADHD is a genetic disorder and it is crucial that we assess any family history that may suggest that you are at risk of developing the disorder.

During this examination, it is crucial that you are truthful and honest with your doctor who will be using the information you provide to determine if you are able to meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is an essential step in the process because if you don't do it, it could result in an incorrect diagnosis and therefore inappropriate prescribing of medication.

If you have decided that you'd like to receive treatment for your ADHD, we will then schedule a follow-up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialise in this area. This can be done at the time of your diagnosis if want to start treatment right away or within two weeks if prefer to take time to think about the implications of your diagnosis and the alternatives that are available to you.

If you aren't sure what is adhd titration you would prefer it is recommended that you speak with your GP prior to booking your private adhd medication Titration examination as some providers have different policies regarding whether they require the submission of a GP referral letter or not. We also recommend to check if your GP accepts a "Shared-Care Agreement', which means that after you have been discharged from the clinic, you will be returned to them for the prescription for medication.

Medication

For many people who seek an individual diagnosis of ADHD treatment is a key aspect of their journey. It isn't always easy to obtain a prescription from a psychiatrist on the NHS. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long and GPs can be reluctant to refer patients on to specialist services.

Asking your GP to refer you to Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry UK and ADHD 360). You can pick a provider who offers an assessment on your own and titration. This can reduce your wait time by a significant amount and is more convenient if you are working and have a busy schedule.

Once you have been recommended by this method your chosen doctor will examine you and decide whether or not you're required to be titrated on medication. You'll need to complete forms that differ by provider, but the most common ones are self-reporting forms and medical histories that go back to childhood and adulthood. These forms will help your clinician determine if there are any circumstances that indicate you shouldn't be taking ADHD medication, even when they've been prescribed.

If you are on a titration period adhd medication, it will typically include a mix of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. They will be carefully tested and monitored to determine the most effective combination for you, taking into consideration any current conditions you suffer from. The titration can be lengthy and may require a number of additional appointments before you are stable.

Depending on the kind of medication you're taking, follow-up appointments will be either monthly or quarterly. Your physician will make sure that you are stable with the medication, document any adverse reactions you've experienced, and make any necessary adjustments to ensure you remain on a safe dose. You'll also have to undergo a regular health check which can include blood pressure, pulse and weight readings and an annual review.

Some patients may be content with their treatment and do not need to discuss their titration adhd meds in more detail. However, for those who do need further discussions about their titration and treatment plans, it's possible that they will be passed back to the private clinic that made their initial assessment. If this happens, the titration appointment will be part of their consultation fee, and they will receive their medication via private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This can cost more than an NHS prescription as the pharmacy will charge for the medication.