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Private ADHD Titration

There is a current national shortage of medications to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due both to manufacturing problems as well as an increase in demand worldwide.

Our service can provide private ADHD treatment 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 highly experienced psychiatrist consultant will conduct a thorough assessment of your ADHD. This includes a thorough medical history and an evaluation using the typical ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.

After your examination, you will be informed that medication may be beneficial for your situation. The discussion will take place at your follow-up appointment (which can take place in person, via video link or over the phone). Your clinician will discuss the various medication options available. If you decide to start taking medication, we can help you the opportunity to increase your dosage to ensure the best balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This process can take several weeks, and it involves gradually altering your child's dosage until the right balance has been achieved. It's not uncommon to have to titrate as high as three different medicines until you discover the one that best fits your child's ADHD. It is essential for parents to take part in this process of method titration and keep an eye on their child's behavior to let the doctor know whether the medication is helping or causing side effects.

Unless you have decided to return to NHS treatment, 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 pulse and blood pressure readings. Annual exams are also required.

Follow-up appointments

After the evaluation is completed after the assessment is completed, you can make appointment with the psychiatrist. Typically, the appointment will take place through a video call using zoom, although in certain cases it may be possible to schedule an audio only consultation (again at an extra cost).

We will then discuss treatment options and choose an individualised, bespoke ADHD medication titration. This will include a review and discussion of your dosage of medication, as well as any side effects that you might be experiencing. The cost of these titration sessions is PS150 for face to face sessions and PS60 for telephone or online video consultations. Medication costs are additional and are paid directly to the pharmacy.

The psychiatrist will ask you questions regarding your family history, the impact of your ADHD symptoms on your daily life and any mental health issues you might be experiencing. ADHD can be a genetic condition, and it's vital to look into your family's history to determine if you are at a higher chance of developing this condition.

During the assessment, it is vital that you are honest and honest with the clinician who will use the information you provide to determine if you are able to meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is a vital part of the process, as failing to do so could result in an incorrect diagnosis, and Private ADHD Titration thus an incorrect prescribing of medication.

If you've decided you'd like to be treated for your ADHD, we will then schedule a follow-up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialize in this field. This can be done in the wake of your diagnosis if are keen to begin treatment right away, or within two weeks if you prefer to take time to consider the implications of your diagnosis and the alternatives available to you.

We suggest that if are unsure of your preferences, you talk to your GP prior to booking your private appointment. Some providers have different policies regarding whether or not they require a GP letter. We also recommend that you check whether your GP accepts a "Shared Care Agreement which means that after you have been discharged from the clinic, you will be referred back to them for the prescription for the medication.

Medication

Medication is a key element of the process for many people who are looking for a private ADHD diagnosis. It isn't always easy to obtain a prescription from a psychiatrist on the NHS. NHS waiting lists can be extremely long, and GPs might be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

One way to get around this is to request your GP to refer you through Right to Choose (see psychiatry-uk and ADHD 360). This means that you can choose an organization that offers a private assessment and titration service. This will help you to save time and also be more convenient, especially when you are on a tight schedule.

After you've been referred through this route your chosen doctor will examine you and decide whether or not you're required to be monitored for a dose of medication. You'll have to fill out forms that vary by doctor but the most frequent ones are self-reporting questionnaires and medical histories that go to childhood and adulthood. These forms will allow your doctor to determine if there are reasons that suggest that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications, when they've been prescribed.

If you are being titrated, the medication will consist of a mixture of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. The combination will be carefully tested and monitored to determine the most effective combination for you, taking into consideration any existing conditions you have. The titration process can be a lengthy process and may require a number of additional appointments before your dose is stable.

The frequency of your follow-up appointments will be contingent on the type and quantity of medication that you are taking. They can be scheduled for monthly or quarterly. Your doctor will ensure whether you are stable on the medication, record any side effects you've experienced and make any needed adjustments to ensure that you remain on a safe dose. You'll also have to undergo a regular health check, which could include blood pressure, pulse and weight readings and an annual review.

For some people, it may be that they are happy with their medication and don't require any further discussion on their titration. If you're looking to discuss your titration or treatment plan in more detail, it is possible that you will be referred back to the private doctor who made your initial assessment. If this happens, the titration appointment will be included in the consultation fee and they will be given their medication via private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This could cost more than an NHS prescription since the pharmacy will charge for the medication.