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

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

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A highly experienced consultant psychiatrist will conduct a thorough assessment of your ADHD. This includes a thorough medical history and an evaluation using the standard ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.

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 can be done in person, via video link or by telephone). Your physician will explain to you what medication options are available and, if you decide to start on medication we will offer to titrate the dose to maximize the benefits/side effects balance for you.

This process can take several weeks, and requires gradually altering your child's dosage until the proper balance is achieved. It's not uncommon to to titrate as high as three different medicines before you can find the one that best fits your child's ADHD. It's important for parents to participate in this titration period adhd process and keep an eye on their child's behaviour so that they can inform the doctor if the medicine is helping or causing side effects.

If you decide to return to NHS treatment you will be issued a private 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 every six months to check your medication. This includes pulse and blood pressure readings. Annual reviews are also mandatory.

Follow-up appointments

After the assessment is completed you will be able to make follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist, as appropriate. Usually the appointment will take place through a video call using zoom, although in certain cases it may be possible to have an audio-only consultation (again at an extra cost).

At this point, we will discuss treatment options and agree upon a bespoke individualised adhd medication titration (visit Dudoser) program. This will include a discussion and review of your medication dose and any side effects you may be experiencing. The cost of these titration appointments is PS150 for face-to face sessions and PS60 for telephone or online video consultations. Costs for medication are extra and are paid directly to the pharmacy.

The psychiatrist will ask questions about your family history as well as the impact of your ADHD symptoms on your daily life and any relationship problems or mental health issues you might be experiencing. ADHD can be a genetic condition, and it's vital to examine your family background to determine if you're at chance of developing this condition.

It is essential to be honest and truthful with the clinician during the assessment, since the information they receive will be used to determine if your ADHD fits the diagnostic criteria. This is a crucial step in the process, as failing to do so could lead to an inaccurate diagnosis and therefore inappropriate prescribing of medication.

If you decide to seek treatment for ADHD we'll schedule an appointment to follow-up with a psychiatrist who specializes in this field. If you'd like to begin treatment immediately you can start treatment at the time of diagnosis. You can also take two weeks to think about the implications of the diagnosis and your options.

If you're not sure which one you prefer it is recommended that you speak with your GP prior to scheduling your private appointment as certain providers have different rules regarding whether they require the submission of a GP referral letter or not. We also recommend to confirm that your GP accepts a "Shared Care Agreement which means that once you are discharged from the clinic you will be sent back to them to get the prescription for medication.

Medication

Medication is a key element of the process for many people looking for a private ADHD diagnosis. The process of getting an appointment with an NHS psychiatrist can be a challenge and lengthy. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients to specialist services.

Requesting your GP to refer you to Right to Choose is one way to avoid this (see psychiatry UK and ADHD 360). You can choose a service that offers an assessment that is private and titration. This will help you reduce time and be more convenient, especially if you have a busy work schedule.

After you have been referred, your clinician will assess your condition to determine if you require medication adjustment. You will be asked to fill out forms that are different for each provider, but the most important ones are self-report questionnaires and medical histories from childhood to adulthood. These forms will allow your doctor to determine if there are any circumstances that indicate you shouldn't take ADHD medication, if they have been prescribed.

If you are titrated, the medication will consist of a mixture of stimulants and nonstimulant medications. These will be thoroughly tested and monitored to find the right combination for you. The titration procedure can be a lengthy process and may require a number of additional appointments before the dose becomes stable.

The frequency of your follow-up appointments will be contingent on the type and quantity of medication that you are taking. They can be monthly or quarterly. Your clinician will check whether you are safe with the medication, record any side effects you have experienced and make any necessary adjustments to ensure you remain on a safe dosage. You will also be required to undergo a regular health check, which could include blood pressure and pulse readings, as well as weight and weight measurements as well as an annual review.

Some people may be satisfied with their medication, and don't have to discuss their titration process further. If, however, they require further discussion about the titration process and treatment plan, it's possible to be passed back to the same private clinic that performed their initial assessment. If this occurs, the titration appointment will be included in their consultation fees and they will receive their medication through private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This could cost more than an NHS prescription because the pharmacy will charge for the medication.