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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 and 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 assessment fees cover the cost of a single prescription. Titration A highly experienced consultant psychiatrist will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your ADHD. This includes a complete medical history, and an assessment using the standard ADHD questionnaires and rating scales. After your assessment After your assessment, you will be informed that medication may be beneficial for your specific situation. steps for titration will be discussed during your follow-up appointment (which can take place in person, by video link, or over the phone). Your clinician will explain the various options for medication and, if you choose to begin taking medication, we will recommend titrating the dose to optimise the balance of benefits and side effects for you. This is a process which could take a few weeks, and requires adjusting your child's dosage gradually until the proper balance is achieved. It is not unusual to need to titrate three or four medications before determining the most effective one for your child's ADHD symptoms. It's important for parents to be involved in this titration process and keep an watchful eye on their child's behavior to inform the doctor if the medicine is helping or causing side effects. Unless you have decided to return to NHS care the medication you take will be given as a prescription from a private pharmacy that you'll 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 – this includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual reviews are also required. Follow-up appointments Once the assessment is completed after the assessment is completed, you can make follow-up appointments with your psychiatrist. The appointment will usually be conducted via zoom video call. In some cases, it may be possible for an audio-only appointment to be scheduled (again at an additional cost). We will then discuss the options for treatment and then decide on the most appropriate, customized ADHD medication titration. This will include a discussion and review of your medication dose, as well as any side effects you might be experiencing. The cost for these titration appointments is PS150 for face-to-face sessions and PS60 for online or phone video consultations. The pharmacy will charge you for any charges for medication. The psychiatrist will ask you questions about your family history, the impact of your ADHD symptoms on your life and any mental health issues that you might be experiencing. ADHD can be a hereditary condition, and it's vital to examine your family background to determine if you are at a greater chance of developing this condition. During this assessment it is vital to be truthful and open with the doctor in the sense that they will be using the information you provide to determine if you have the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is a vital step in the process, since a failure to do so could result in an incorrect diagnosis, and thus an incorrect prescribing of medication. If you decide to seek treatment for ADHD We'll set up an appointment for a follow-up visit with a psychiatrist who is specialized in this field. This can be done within the first few days of your diagnosis if you are eager to begin treatment immediately, or within two weeks if want to think about the implications of your diagnosis and the alternatives available to you. If you're not sure what your preference is it is recommended that you speak to your GP prior to booking your private examination as some providers have different policies about whether they require an GP referral letter or not. Make sure that your GP accepts a Shared Care Agreement, which means that you will be referred to them after you leave the clinic for prescriptions for medication. Medication For many who wish to obtain an official diagnosis of ADHD medication is a key aspect of their journey. It isn't always easy to obtain prescriptions from psychiatrists on the NHS. NHS waiting lists are notoriously long, and GPs may be reluctant to refer patients on 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 choose an organization that offers a private assessment and titration. This will cut down your waiting time by a significant amount and is more convenient if you're working and have a hectic schedule. Once you have been recommended by this method, your chosen clinician will evaluate you and determine whether or not you require to be adjusted on your medication. You will be asked to fill out forms that differ by doctor but the most important ones are self-report forms and medical histories from childhood and adulthood. These forms will assist your doctor to determine if there are any reasons that suggest you shouldn't take ADHD medications, in the event that they've been prescribed. If you are being titrated the medication will be a combination stimulants and nonstimulant medicines. They will be carefully tested and monitored to find the most suitable combination for you, taking into account any medical conditions you may have. The titration procedure can be lengthy and may require several extra appointments before your dose is stable. Depending on the kind of medication you are taking, follow up appointments could be scheduled monthly or quarterly. Your doctor will ensure whether you are safe with the medication, record any adverse reactions you've experienced and make any needed adjustments to ensure that you remain on a safe dose. You'll also have to attend a regular health check which can include blood pressure readings, pulse and weight as well as an annual check-up. For some people, it may be that they are happy with their medication and don't require a further discussion about their titration. If, however, they do need further discussions about their titration and treatment plans, it's possible to be referred back to the private clinic that made their initial assessment. In this instance the titration will be included in the consultation cost. The medication will be provided through a private prescription. This could cost more than an NHS prescription because the pharmacy will charge for the medication.