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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 problems as well as an increase in demand worldwide.

coe-2023.pngOur service is able to provide private ADHD titration as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our assessment fees cover the cost of one 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 assessment using the typical ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.

After your evaluation After your assessment, you will be informed if medication would be beneficial for your situation. This will happen during your follow-up appointment (which can be scheduled in person via video link or by telephone). Your clinician will discuss the various medication options available. If you decide to start taking medication, we will help you the option of titrating your dose to maximize the benefits/side effects balance for you.

This process can take several weeks and it involves gradually altering your child's medication until the right balance has been achieved. It is not uncommon to to adjust up to three different medications until you discover the one that best fits your child's ADHD. It is crucial that parents take part in the titration process and keep an eye out for their child's behavior so they can inform doctors whether the medication is helping or causing adverse effects.

If you decide to return to NHS treatment you will receive a private prescription for your medication. You will have to pay at the pharmacy. This is not included in the consultation cost. You'll be required to attend regular appointments every six months to monitor your medication - this includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual reviews are also mandatory.

Follow-up appointments

Once the assessment is completed, you can schedule follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist. The appointment usually takes place on zoom video call, although in certain cases it might be possible to have an audio-only consultation (again at an extra cost).

We will then discuss treatment options and decide on a bespoke, individualised ADHD medication titration. This will include a review and discussion of your medication dose, as well as any side effects that you may be experiencing. These titrations cost PS150 for face-to-face sessions, and PS60 via telephone or video consultation. The pharmacy will charge you for any cost of medication.

The psychiatrist will also inquire with you about your family background and the impact your ADHD symptoms can have on your life, as well as any issues with your relationships that you may be having or other mental health problems that you might be experiencing. This is due to the fact that ADHD is a genetic condition and it is important to look into any family history that may suggest that you are at risk of developing the disorder.

It is crucial that you are honest and truthful to the doctor during this assessment, as the information they receive will be used to determine if your ADHD meets the diagnostic criteria. This is a vital part of the process, because if you don't do it, it could result in an incorrect diagnosis and therefore inappropriate prescribing of medication.

If you've decided you would 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 field. If you want to start treatment immediately it is possible to start treatment at the time of diagnosis. Or you can wait two weeks to consider the implications of the diagnosis and your options.

If you aren't sure which one you prefer it is recommended that you speak to your GP before booking your private assessment as some providers have different rules regarding whether they require the submission of a GP referral letter or not. We also advise that you check whether your GP accepts a "Shared Care Agreement that means that once you are discharged from the clinic you will be returned to them for the prescription for the medication.

Medication

Medication is an integral element of the process for many who are looking for an official ADHD diagnosis. It isn't always easy to obtain an appointment with a psychiatrist on the NHS. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long, and GPs can be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

Asking your GP to refer you to Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry UK and ADHD 360). This means you can select an organization that offers an assessment and titration. This will help you reduce time and be more convenient, particularly if you have a busy schedule.

After you have been diagnosed, your doctor will evaluate you to determine if you require medication titration. You will be asked to fill out forms that differ by doctor but the main ones are self-report forms and medical histories from childhood and adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor identify any conditions that could mean you shouldn't take adhd titration waiting list medication if prescribed.

If you are titrated, the medication will consist of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. The combination will be carefully tested and monitored to determine the most suitable combination for you, taking into consideration any current conditions you suffer from. The titration can be long and may require multiple appointments before your dose is stable.

Depending on the type of medication you are taking, follow-up appointments can be scheduled either monthly or quarterly. This will involve your clinician making sure that you are on the right medication, recording any side effects you've experienced and making any adjustments needed to ensure you are on a dose that is safe. You are required to attend an annual review as well as a routine health examination which includes pulse, blood pressure, and weight measurements.

Some patients may be content with their medication, and do not have to discuss their titration in more detail. However, for those who require further discussion about their titration for adhd and treatment plans, it is possible that they will be passed back to the same private clinic that performed their initial assessment. In this scenario the titration is included in the consultation cost. The medication will be provided through the private prescription. It could cost more than an NHS prescription since the pharmacy will charge for the medication.general-medical-council-logo.png

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