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Private ADHD Titration

There is currently a national shortage of medication to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing problems and an increased global demand.

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

Titration

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

After your examination, you will be advised that medication may be beneficial in your particular situation. The discussion will take place at your follow-up appointment (which can take place in person, Near By video link, or over the phone). Your clinician will discuss the different options for medication available. If you decide to begin medication, we will help you the option of titrating your dose to optimize the benefits/side-effects balance for you.

This process could take several weeks, and requires gradually altering your child's medication until the appropriate balance is reached. It is not uncommon to have to titrate as high as three different medications before you can find the one that is most suitable for your child's adhd titration waiting list. It is essential for parents to participate in this titration process, and keep an watchful eye on their child's behavior, so that they can let the doctor know if the medicine is helping or causing adverse effects.

If you decide to return to NHS treatment you will be issued an individual prescription for your medication. You will be required to pay at the pharmacy. This is not included in the consultation fee. You will be required to attend six monthly appointments to monitor your medication - this includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual exams are also required.

Follow-up appointments

After the assessment is completed you will be able to book follow up appointments with your psychiatrist, if necessary. The appointment is usually done through a zoom video call. In some circumstances, it might be possible for an audio-only appointment to be scheduled (again at an additional cost).

We will then go over treatment options and decide on a bespoke, individualised ADHD medication titration. This will include a review of your medication dose and an examination of any side effects you might be experiencing. These titration sessions cost PS150 for face-toface sessions and PS60 via video or telephone consultation. Costs for medication are extra and are paid directly to the pharmacy.

The psychiatrist will also inquire with you about your family background and the impact your ADHD symptoms have on your life, as well as any issues with relationships you may be having or other mental health issues you may be suffering from. This is due to the fact that ADHD can be a genetic disorder and it is essential to examine any family history that might indicate that you're at risk of developing the disorder.

It is crucial that you are honest and transparent with your doctor during this assessment, as the information they receive will be used to determine if your ADHD is in line with the diagnostic criteria. This is a vital part of the process, since a failure to do so could result in an inaccurate diagnosis, and thus an incorrect prescribing of medication.

If you have decided that you'd like to be treated for your ADHD, Near By 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 immediately you can start treatment immediately following the diagnosis. You can also take two weeks to consider the implications of the diagnosis and your options.

If you are unsure of which one you prefer, we suggest that you talk to your GP prior to booking your private examination as some providers have different policies regarding whether they require the submission of a 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 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. Getting an appointment with an NHS psychiatrist can be a challenge and lengthy. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long, and GPs are often reluctant to refer patients on to specialist services.

Inquiring your GP to refer you to Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry - UK and ADHD 360). You can pick a provider who offers an assessment that is private and Near By the titration. This will cut down your waiting time significantly and is more convenient if you are working and have a full schedule.

If you are referred through this route your chosen doctor will evaluate you and determine whether or not you need to be titrated on medication. You'll have to complete forms that are different for each provider, but the most common ones are self-reporting questions and medical histories dating back to childhood and adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor identify any conditions that could suggest you should not take ADHD medications if they're prescribed.

If you are titrated, the medication will be a combination stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. These will be carefully trialled and monitored to determine the most suitable combination for you, taking into consideration any existing conditions you have. The titration procedure can be long and may require several extra appointments before the dose becomes stable.

Depending on the kind of medication you are taking, follow up appointments could be scheduled monthly or quarterly. Your physician will make sure whether you are safe with the medication, document any adverse reactions you've experienced and make any needed adjustments to ensure that you remain on 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.

Some people may be satisfied with their treatment and do not have to discuss their titration further. If you're required to discuss your titration or treatment plan further it is possible that you will be referred to the private clinic who performed your initial assessment. If this occurs, the titration consultation will be included in their consultation fee and they will be given their medication through a private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This can cost more than prescriptions from the NHS, as the pharmacy will charge you for the medication.