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Private ADHD Titration

There is a national shortage of medications to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due both to manufacturing problems as well as an increased demand in the world.

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

After your assessment After your assessment, you will be informed if medication would be beneficial for your situation. This will be discussed at your follow-up appointment (which may be scheduled in person, by video link or over the phone). Your physician will explain to you the various options for medication and, if you choose to start on medication we will recommend titrating dosage to ensure the balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This process could take several weeks and involves gradually adjusting your child's medication until the proper balance is reached. It's not uncommon to have to adjust up to three different medicines before you can find the one that best suits your child's ADHD. It is important that parents are involved in the titration process and be on the lookout for their child's behavior, so they can inform doctors whether the medication is working or causing adverse effects.

If you do not decide to return to NHS care and have decided to return to NHS care, your medication will be issued with an individual prescription that you'll have to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in your consultation fee). You will need to keep up with your appointments every six months to monitor your medication. This includes blood pressure and pulse measurements. Annual reviews are also required.

Follow-up appointments

Once the assessment is completed after the assessment is completed, you can make appointment with the psychiatrist. The appointment is typically conducted by video conference using zoom. However, in some circumstances, it might be possible for an audio-only appointment to be scheduled (again at an additional cost).

We will then discuss treatment options and choose 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 for these titration consultations is PS150 for face to face sessions and PS60 for telephone or online video consultations. The pharmacy will be charged for any cost of medication.

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

It is crucial to be honest and transparent with your doctor during this evaluation, as the information they receive will be used to determine whether your ADHD fits the diagnostic criteria. This is a crucial step because a wrong diagnosis could result in an inappropriate prescription of medication.

If you have decided that you'd like to receive treatment for your ADHD We will arrange a follow up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialize in this area. This can be scheduled in the wake of your diagnosis if want to start treatment immediately or within two weeks if you want to think about the implications of your diagnosis and the options that are available to you.

If you're not sure what your preference is, we suggest that you talk with your GP prior to scheduling your private appointment as certain providers have different rules regarding whether they require an GP referral letter or not. We also advise to check if your GP accepts a "Shared-Care Agreement', which means that once discharged from the clinic you will be referred back to them for the medication prescription.

Medication

For many who wish to obtain an official diagnosis of ADHD, medication is an important element of their treatment. The process of getting an appointment with an NHS psychiatrist can be difficult and time-consuming.  titration for adhd  waiting lists can be notoriously long and GPs might be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

Asking 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 select a provider that offers a private assessment and titration. This can help you reduce time and be more convenient, particularly when you are on a tight schedule.

After you have been recommended, your physician will assess your condition to determine if you need medication adjustment. You will be asked to fill out forms that differ by doctor but the most important ones are self-report forms and medical histories from childhood to adulthood. These will help your clinician determine any issues that could indicate that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications if they're prescribed.

If you are on a titration medication, this will usually consist of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. These will be thoroughly examined and monitored to determine the most suitable combination for you. The titration process can be lengthy and may need some additional appointments before you are stable on your dose.

Depending on the type of medication you're taking, follow up appointments can be scheduled either monthly or quarterly. Your clinician will check whether you are safe with the medication, note any side effects that you've experienced and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that you remain on a safe dosage. You'll also have to attend a regular health check that may include blood pressure, pulse and weight readings and an annual review.

For some it could be that they are content with their medication and don't require a further discussion about their titration. However, for those who do need further discussions about the titration process and treatment plan, it is possible that they will be passed back to the same private clinic that conducted 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 can cost more than prescriptions from the NHS because the pharmacy will charge for the medication.