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Private ADHD Titration

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

Our service offers private ADHD treatment instead of waiting for NHS funding via Right to Choose. Our assessment fees include the cost of a single prescription.

Titration

A thorough assessment of your ADHD symptoms will be conducted with a highly experienced consultant psychiatrist. This includes a complete medical history, and an evaluation using the standard ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.

Following your assessment you will be informed that medication may be beneficial in your particular situation. This will be discussed during your follow-up appointment (which may be scheduled in person, via video link, or over the phone). Your clinician will explain what medication options are available and, if you decide to start on medication we will offer to titrate the dose to optimise the balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This process may take a few weeks and requires gradually altering your child’s medication until the right balance is achieved. It is not uncommon to to adjust up to three different medicines until you discover the one that best fits your child's ADHD. It is essential for parents to participate in this titration process and keep an eye on their child's behavior, so that they can inform the doctor if the medicine is helping or causing adverse effects.

If you do not decide to return to NHS treatment and have decided to return to NHS care, your medication will be given as 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 must attend regular appointments every six months to monitor your medication, which includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual reviews are also required.

Follow-up appointments

After the evaluation is completed and you are satisfied, you can schedule follow-up appointments with your psychiatrist. The appointment usually takes place via a zoom video call however in some instances it may be possible to do an audio only consultation (again at an extra cost).

We will then go over treatment options and decide on the most appropriate, customized ADHD medication titration. This will include a discussion and review of your dosage of medication, as well as any side effects that you might be experiencing. The cost of 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 medication costs.

The psychiatrist will also ask you about your family history and the impact your ADHD symptoms impact your life, as well as any issues with relationships you may be having or other mental health problems that you may be suffering from. ADHD can be a genetic condition, which is why it's crucial to assess your family background to determine if you are at chance of developing this condition.

During this examination, it is crucial that you are truthful and honest with your doctor, as they will use the information you provide to determine whether you are able to meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is a crucial step because an incorrect diagnosis could result in an inappropriate prescription of medication.

If you've decided you'd like to receive treatment for your ADHD, we will then set up a follow-up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialize in this area. If you'd like to start treatment right away, you can do this when you are diagnosed. Or you can wait two weeks to think about the implications of the diagnosis and your options.

If you aren't sure what you would prefer, we suggest that you speak with your GP prior to scheduling your private examination as some providers have different rules regarding whether they require the submission of a GP referral letter or not. Find out if your GP accepts the Shared Care Agreement, which means you will be referred to them once you leave the clinic for prescriptions for medication.

Medication

For many who wish to obtain a private diagnosis of ADHD, medication is a key aspect of their journey. The process of getting prescriptions from an NHS psychiatrist can be a challenge and lengthy. NHS waiting lists are notoriously how long does Adhd titration take, and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients on to specialist services.

One way to get around this is to ask your GP to refer you through Right to Choose (see psychiatry-uk and ADHD 360). You can choose a service that offers a private assessment service and titration. This will cut down your waiting time significantly and is more convenient if you're working and have a busy schedule.

Once you've been diagnosed, your doctor will examine you to determine if need medication adjustment. You'll need to fill out forms that vary by doctor but the most frequent ones are self-reporting questionnaires and medical histories dating to your childhood and into adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor identify any factors that might indicate that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications if they're prescribed.

If you are titrated, the medication will be a combination stimulants and nonstimulant medicines. These will be carefully trialled and monitored to find the best combination for you, taking into consideration any existing conditions you have. The titration process may be long and could require a few extra appointments before you are stable on your dosage.

Depending on the kind of medication you're taking, follow up appointments can be scheduled either monthly or quarterly. Your physician will make sure whether you are safe with the medication, record any side effects you've experienced and make any necessary adjustments to ensure you remain on a dose that is safe. You will be required to go to an annual review as well as a routine health examination which includes pulse, blood pressure and weight measurements.

Some people may be satisfied with their treatment and therefore do not require discussing their titration period adhd in more detail. If you're looking to discuss your titration period adhd plan or treatment plan more thoroughly it is likely that you will be referred back to the private clinic that performed your initial evaluation. If this occurs, the titration consultation will be included in their consultation fee, and they will receive their medication on private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This can cost more than prescriptions from the NHS, as the pharmacy will charge for the medication.