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There is a current national shortage of medications to treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing problems and increased global demand.

Our service can offer private ADHD testing as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our assessment fees cover the cost of one prescription.

Titration

A highly skilled consultant psychiatrist will conduct a thorough evaluation of your ADHD. 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 that medication may be beneficial for your situation. This will be discussed at your follow up appointment (which can be scheduled in person, via video link or via phone). Your clinician will discuss the different options for medication available. If you decide to start medication, we will offer you the opportunity to increase your dosage to ensure the best balance of benefits and side effects for you.

This is a process which may take several weeks. It requires adjusting your child's dosage gradually until the proper balance is achieved. It is not uncommon to to adjust up to three different medications before you find the one that best suits your child's ADHD. It is important that parents take part in the titration and keep an eye out for their child's behavior, so they can let the doctors know if the medication is helping or causing adverse effects.

If you do not decide to return to NHS care and have decided to return to NHS care, your medication will be given as a private prescription which you will need to pay for at the pharmacy (this is not included in your consultation fee). You must attend regular appointments every six months to monitor your medication, which includes pulse and blood pressure readings. Annual exams are also required.

Follow-up appointments

Once the assessment is completed after the assessment is completed, you can make appointment with the psychiatrist. The appointment is usually done through a zoom video call. However, in some instances, it could be possible to have an audio-only consultation to be scheduled (again at an additional cost).

We will then discuss treatment options and choose the most appropriate, customized ADHD medication titration. This will include an assessment of your medication dosage and an examination of any negative side effects you may be experiencing. The cost for these titration sessions is PS150 for face to face sessions and PS60 for telephone or online video consultations. The pharmacy will charge you for any cost of medication.

The psychiatrist will also ask you about your family background and the impact your ADHD symptoms have on your life, including any relationship issues you might be experiencing or other mental health problems that you may be experiencing. This is because ADHD is a genetic condition and it is essential to examine any family history that might indicate that you're at risk of developing the disorder.

During this examination, it is essential to be truthful and honest with the clinician who will use the information you provide to determine if you meet the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is an essential part of the process, since a failure to do so could result in an incorrect diagnosis and therefore inappropriate prescribing of medication.

If you have decided that you would like to be treated for your ADHD We will arrange a follow up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialize in this field. If you'd like to begin treatment right away you can start treatment when you are diagnosed. You can also take two weeks to consider the implications of the diagnosis and the options available to you.

If you aren't sure what your preference is We suggest you speak with your GP prior to scheduling your private examination as some providers have different rules regarding whether they require an GP referral letter or not. We also advise to check if your GP accepts a "Shared Care Agreement that means that once discharged from the clinic you will be sent back to them to get the medication prescription.

Medication

Medication is an integral part of the journey for many who are seeking a private ADHD diagnosis. Getting prescriptions from an NHS psychiatrist can be a challenge and time-consuming. NHS waiting lists can be extremely long, and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients 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). This means you can select one that provides an assessment and titration. This will cut down your waiting time considerably and can be more convenient when you are working and have a busy schedule.

Once you've been diagnosed, your doctor will assess you to determine if you need medication adjustment. You'll have to complete forms that vary by doctor but the most frequent ones are self-reporting questions and medical histories that go back to childhood and adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor to determine if there are factors that could mean that you shouldn't be taking ADHD medications, if they have been prescribed.

If you are being titrated on medication, it will typically consist of stimulants and non-stimulant medications. These will be carefully trialled and monitored to find the best combination for you, taking into consideration any medical conditions you may have. The titration procedure can be long and may require multiple appointments before you are stable.

Based on the type of medication you're taking, follow up appointments will be either monthly or quarterly. Your physician will make sure whether you are stable on the medication, document any adverse reactions you've experienced, and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that you remain on a safe dosage. You will be required to attend an annual review and a routine health exam that includes pulse, blood pressure and weight measurements.

For some people, it may be that they are happy with their medication and don't need an additional discussion regarding their titration. If you're looking to discuss your titration or treatment plan in more detail, it is possible that you'll be sent back to the private doctor who performed your initial assessment. In this instance, the titration will be included in the consultation fee. The medication will then be provided through an individual prescription. It could cost more than an NHS prescription because the pharmacy will charge for the medication.