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Private ADHD Titration

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

Our service is able to offer Private titration Adhd ADHD titration as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our assessments are free and include the cost of one prescription.

Titration

A thorough evaluation of your adhd titration meaning symptoms will be conducted by a highly experienced consultant psychiatrist. This includes medical history and an assessment using the typical ADHD rating scales and questionnaires.

Following your assessment you will be informed if medication is considered to be beneficial for your situation. This will be discussed at your follow up appointment (which could be in person via video link or by telephone). Your clinician will explain the different options available for you to take medication and, if you decide to start on medication we will suggest titrating the dose to maximize the balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This process may take several weeks and involves gradually adjusting your child's dosage until the appropriate balance is achieved. It's not uncommon to need to adjust two or three medicines before finding the one that is best for your child's ADHD symptoms. It is essential for parents to be involved in this titration process, and keep an eye on their child's behaviour so that they can inform the doctor whether the medication is helping or causing side effects.

Unless you have decided to return to NHS care, your medication will be given as a private prescription which you will need to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in the consultation fee). You will be required to attend every six months to check your medication. This includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual reviews are also mandatory.

Follow-up appointments

Once the assessment has been completed, you will be able to make follow up appointments with the psychiatrist as necessary. The appointment will usually be conducted via zoom video call. In some instances, it could be possible for an audio-only appointment to be scheduled (again with an additional cost).

We will then go over the options for treatment and then decide on a bespoke, individualised ADHD medication titration. This will include a review of your medication dose and a discussion around any adverse effects you may be experiencing. The cost of these titration appointments is PS150 for face-to face sessions and PS60 for online or phone video consultations. Costs for medication are extra and are paid directly to the pharmacy.

The psychiatrist will ask you questions regarding your family history as well as the impact of your ADHD symptoms on your life and any mental health issues you might be suffering from. ADHD can be a genetic condition, so it's important to look into your family's history to determine if you are at a greater chance of developing this condition.

During this examination, it is crucial that you are honest and open with the doctor, as they will be using the information you provide to determine whether you are able to meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is an important step, as a wrong diagnosis could result in a prescription for medication that is not appropriate.

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 specialize in this field. If you'd like to start treatment immediately, you can do this at the time of diagnosis. Or you can wait two weeks to think about the implications of the diagnosis and your options.

We recommend that if you are unsure of your preferences, you speak with your GP prior to scheduling your private examination. Some providers have different guidelines regarding whether or not they require a GP letter. Find out if your GP accepts the Shared Care Agreement, which means that you will be referred to them once you leave the clinic to get a medication prescription.

Medication

For many who wish to obtain a private diagnosis of ADHD, medication is an important part of their journey. It isn't always easy to obtain prescriptions from psychiatrists on the NHS. NHS waiting lists can be extremely how long does adhd titration take and GPs might be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

Inquiring your GP to refer through Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry - UK and ADHD 360). This means that you can choose a provider that offers a private assessment and titration. This can help you reduce time and be more convenient, especially in the event of a hectic schedule.

After you have been referred, your clinician will examine you to determine if you require medication adjustment. You will be asked to fill out forms that vary by provider but the most common ones are self-report questionnaires and medical histories from childhood and adulthood. These will help your clinician identify any conditions that could suggest you should not take ADHD medication if prescribed.

If you are titrated on medication, it is likely to include a mix of stimulants and non-stimulant medications. The combination will be carefully tested and monitored to find the most suitable combination for you, taking into account any existing conditions you have. The titration process can be lengthy and may require several extra appointments before the dose becomes stable.

Depending on the kind of medication you are taking, follow up appointments will be either monthly or quarterly. The appointment will involve your doctor making sure that you are taking the correct medication, logging any side effects you've experienced and making any necessary adjustments to ensure that you're in a safe dosage. You'll also be required to attend a routine health check which can include blood pressure, pulse and weight readings as well as an annual review.

Some people may be satisfied with their medication, and do not need to discuss their titration in more detail. If you're required to discuss your titration or treatment plan more thoroughly it is likely that you will be referred back to the private doctor that performed your initial evaluation. In this case, the titration will be included in the consultation fee. The medication will be provided through the private prescription. This could cost more than an NHS prescription as the pharmacy will charge for the medication.