Private ADHD Titration

There is currently a nationwide shortage of medication that helps to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing issues and an increased global demand.

Our service is able to offer private ADHD titration as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our fees for assessments include the cost of one prescription.

Titration

A highly experienced psychiatrist consultant will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your ADHD. This will include a medical history and an assessment using the standard ADHD rating scales and questionnaires.

Following your assessment you will be advised if medication is considered to be beneficial in your case. This will be discussed during your follow-up appointment (which could be in person by video link, in person or by telephone). Your physician will go over the various medication options available. If you decide to begin medication, we will offer you to titrate your dose to ensure the best balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This process can take a few weeks and requires gradually altering your child's medication until the appropriate balance is achieved. It is not uncommon to to adjust up to three different medications before you can find the one that best suits your child's ADHD. It is essential that parents are involved in the titration and be on the lookout for their child's behavior, so they can inform the doctor if the medication is helping or causing adverse effects.

If you decide to go back to NHS treatment you will be issued a private prescription for your medication. You will be required to pay for your prescription at the pharmacy. This is not included in the consultation fee. You will be required to attend regular appointments every six months to monitor your medication. This includes pulse and blood pressure readings. Annual reviews are also required.

Follow-up appointments

After the assessment is complete, you can schedule follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist. The appointment is typically conducted via zoom video call. However, in certain instances, it could be possible to have an audio-only consultation to be scheduled (again at an additional cost).

We will then go over treatment options and decide on an individualised, bespoke ADHD medication titration. This will include a review of your medication dosage as well as a discussion around any negative side effects you may be experiencing. The cost of these titration consultations is PS150 for face-to-face sessions and PS60 for online or phone video consultations. The pharmacy will charge you for any cost of medication.

The psychiatrist will ask you questions regarding your family history, the effects of your ADHD symptoms on your life, and any relationship problems or mental health issues that you may be experiencing. This is due to the fact that ADHD is a genetic disorder and it is essential to examine any family history that may suggest that you are at risk of developing the disorder.

It is important to be honest and open to the doctor during this assessment, as the information they gather will be used to determine whether your ADHD meets the diagnostic criteria. This is an important step, as the wrong diagnosis can result in an inappropriate prescription of medication.

If you've decided you would like to be treated for your ADHD We will schedule a follow-up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialise in this area. This can be scheduled in the wake of your diagnosis if are keen to begin treatment right away, or within two weeks if you want to consider the implications of your diagnosis and the options available to you.

If you are unsure of which one you prefer We suggest you talk with your GP prior to booking your private assessment as some providers have different policies about whether they require an GP referral letter or not. We also recommend to confirm that your GP accepts a 'Shared Care Agreement', which means that once you are discharged from the clinic you will be returned to them for the prescription for medication.

Medication

Medication is a key part of the journey for many who are looking for an official ADHD diagnosis. It can be difficult to get prescriptions from psychiatrists on the NHS. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

Requesting your GP to refer you to 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 an assessment and titration. This can help you save time and be more convenient, especially in the event of a hectic work schedule.

After you've been identified as a candidate for this treatment the doctor you choose will assess you and decide whether or not you're required to be titrated on medication. You will be asked to fill out forms that are different for each provider, but the main ones are self-report questionnaires as well as medical histories from childhood and adulthood. These forms will allow your doctor to determine if there are any factors that could mean you shouldn't take ADHD medications, Private ADHD Titration in the event that they've been prescribed.

If you are titrated on medication, it is likely to be a combination of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. These will be carefully trialled and monitored to find the most suitable combination for you, taking into consideration any current conditions you suffer from. The titration process may be lengthy and may require a few extra appointments before you're stable on your dose.

Depending on the type of medication you are taking, follow-up appointments will be either monthly or quarterly. This will include your physician checking that you are stable on the medication, recording any side effects you've experienced, and Private ADHD Titration making any necessary adjustments to ensure that you're in a safe dosage. You'll also be required to attend a regular health check, which could include blood pressure readings, pulse and weight and an annual check-up.

Some people might be satisfied with their medication, and do not need to discuss their titration process further. However, for those who require further discussion about the titration process and treatment plan, it's possible to be referred back to the private adhd titration uk clinic that performed their initial assessment. If this occurs, the titration consultation will be included in their consultation fees and they will receive their medication through an individual prescription (see Consultation fees above). This could cost more than an NHS prescription as the pharmacy will charge for the medication.