Private ADHD Titration

There is a current national shortage of medications that treat ADHD symptoms. This is due both to manufacturing issues and an increase in demand worldwide.

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

Titration

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

After your examination 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 could be in person, via video link or by phone). Your doctor will go over the various options for medications available. If you decide to start taking medication, we can help you the opportunity to increase your dosage to maximize the benefits/side effects balance for you.

This process could take a few weeks. It involves adjusting the dosage of your child's medication gradually until the appropriate balance is achieved. It is not uncommon to have to adjust up to three different medicines before you can find the one that is most suitable for your child's ADHD. It is essential that parents participate in the titration and be on the lookout for their child's behavior so that they can let the doctors know if the medication is helping or causing adverse reactions.

Unless you have decided to return to NHS treatment the medication you take will be given as an individual prescription that you'll have to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in your consultation fees). You'll need to attend six-monthly appointments to check your medications. This includes the measurement of pulse and blood pressure. Annual checks are also required.

Follow-up appointments

Once the assessment is completed and you are satisfied, you can schedule follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist. Usually the appointment will take place via a zoom video call, although in certain cases it might be possible to schedule an audio only consultation (again at an additional cost).

We will then go over treatment options and choose the most appropriate, customized ADHD medication adjustment. This will include a review and discussion of your medication dose, as well as any side effects you may be experiencing. The cost for these titration sessions is PS150 for face-to face sessions and PS60 for online or telephone video consultations. The pharmacy will be charged for any cost of medication.

The psychiatrist will ask questions about your family history and the impact of your adhd titration uk symptoms on your life, and any mental health issues you may be experiencing. ADHD can be a hereditary condition, so it's important to assess your family history to determine if you are at a greater chance of developing this condition.

It is essential to be honest and transparent to the doctor during this evaluation, as the information they receive will be used to determine whether your ADHD meets the diagnostic criteria. This is a crucial step, since the wrong diagnosis can lead to inappropriate medication prescription.

If you decide to seek treatment for adhd titration meaning we'll schedule a follow-up appointment with a psychiatrist who specializes in this area. This can be done within the first few days 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 possibilities that are available to you.

We suggest that if you are unsure about your preferences, you speak with your GP prior to scheduling your private assessment. Certain providers have different policies regarding whether or not they require an GP letter. Find out if your GP accepts the Shared Care Agreement, which means that you will be referred to them when you leave the clinic to get a prescription medication.

Medication

Medication is a key element of the process for many who are looking for a private ADHD diagnosis. Finding an appointment with an NHS psychiatrist can be a hassle and time-consuming. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long and GPs may 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 that you can select one that provides a private assessment and titration. This will help you save time and be more convenient, particularly when you are on a tight schedule.

After you have been referred, your clinician will examine you to determine if require medication titration. You will be asked to fill in forms that differ by doctor but the main ones are self-report questionnaires as well as medical histories from childhood to adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor determine any issues that could indicate that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications if they are prescribed.

If you are titrated, the medication will consist of a mixture of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. These will be carefully assessed and monitored to determine the most suitable combination for you. The titration procedure can be a lengthy process and may require multiple appointments before you are stable.

The frequency of your follow-up appointments is contingent on the type and quantity of medication that you are taking. They can be monthly or quarterly. This will involve your clinician making sure that you are stable on the medication, recording any side effects you've experienced, and making any necessary adjustments to ensure that you remain in a safe dosage. You will be required to go to an annual health check-up and regular health check-up that includes pulse, blood pressure and weight measurements.

For some individuals it could be because they are satisfied with their medication and don't need an additional discussion regarding their titration. If you're required to discuss your titration plan or treatment plan in more detail, it is possible that you'll be sent back to the private doctor who performed your initial assessment. If this occurs, the titration consultation will be included in the consultation fees and they will receive their medication through an individual prescription (see Consultation fees above). It could cost more than an NHS prescription as the pharmacy will charge for the medication.