7 Things You Never Knew About Private ADHD Titration
Private ADHD Titration
There is currently a nationwide shortage of medications that treat ADHD symptoms. This is due to manufacturing problems as well as an increase in demand worldwide.
Our service can offer private ADHD treatment as an alternative to waiting for NHS funding through Right to Choose. Our assessment fees include the cost of one prescription.
Titration
A thorough assessment of your ADHD symptoms will be conducted by an experienced consultant Psychiatrist. This includes a complete medical history, as well as an evaluation using the standard ADHD questionnaires and rating scales.
After your assessment, you will be informed that medication may be beneficial for your specific situation. This will take place at your follow up appointment (which can be done in person via video link or by telephone). Your doctor will explain the various options for medication and, if you choose to start on medication we will recommend titrating dosage to ensure the 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 unusual to have to titrate several times before finding the best one for your child's ADHD symptoms. It is crucial that parents take part in the titration and keep an eye out for their child's behavior so that they can let the doctors know whether the medication is working or causing adverse reactions.
If you decide to return to NHS treatment, your medication will be provided with 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'll be required to attend every six months to check your medication. This includes blood pressure and pulse readings. Annual reviews are also required.
Follow-up appointments
After the assessment is completed, you will be able to schedule follow-up appointments with the psychiatrist, as appropriate. Typically, the appointment will take place via a zoom video call, although in certain cases it might be possible to have an audio-only consultation (again at an extra cost).
At this point, we will discuss any treatment options we have and agree upon a bespoke individualised ADHD medication titration strategy. This will include a review and discussion of your dosage of medication and any side effects that you might be experiencing. The cost of these titration consultations is PS150 for face to face sessions and PS60 for online or phone video consultations. Costs for medication are extra and are paid directly to the pharmacy.
The psychiatrist will ask questions regarding your family history and the effects of your ADHD symptoms on your life and any relationship problems or mental health issues that you may be experiencing. ADHD can be a hereditary condition, and it's vital to look into your family's history in order to determine if you're at a greater risk of developing this disorder.
During the assessment, it is crucial that you are honest and honest with your doctor who will use the information you provide to determine whether you have the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. This is an essential step in the process, because if you don't do it, it could lead to an inaccurate diagnosis, and thus an incorrect prescribing of medication.
If you've decided you'd like to receive treatment for your ADHD We will set up a follow-up appointment with one of our psychiatrists who specialise in this field. This can be done in the wake of your diagnosis if you are keen to begin treatment right away or within two weeks if you prefer to take time to think about the implications of your diagnosis and the options that are available to you.
If you aren't sure what you would prefer, we suggest that you speak with your GP prior to booking your private assessment as some providers have different rules regarding whether they require a GP referral letter or not. Check if your GP accepts the Shared Care Agreement, which means that you will be referred to them once you leave the clinic to get a prescription medication.
Medication
The medication process is an essential aspect of the treatment process for many people who are looking for an official ADHD diagnosis. It isn't easy to obtain an appointment with a psychiatrist on the NHS. NHS waiting lists can be extremely long, and GPs might 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 a provider that offers a private assessment and titration. This will help you save time and be more convenient, especially if you have a busy work schedule.
If you are recommended by this method your chosen doctor will assess you and decide whether or not you need to be titrated on medication. You'll need to complete forms that are different for each provider however the most commonly used ones are self-reporting forms and medical histories dating to your childhood and into adulthood. They will help your physician determine any issues that could suggest you should not take ADHD medications if they're prescribed.
If you are on a titration medication, this will usually include a mix of stimulants and non-stimulant drugs. iampsychiatry.uk will be carefully assessed and monitored to determine the most suitable combination for you. The process of titration can be long and could require a few extra appointments before you are stable on your dosage.
The frequency of your follow-up appointments will be contingent on the type and amount of medication you're taking. They can be scheduled for monthly or quarterly. This will involve your clinician checking to see if you are stable on the medication, logging any side effects you've experienced and making any adjustments needed to ensure that you're in a safe dosage. You are required to attend an annual review and a regular health check-up that includes blood pressure, pulse, and weight measurements.
For some, it may be that they are happy with their medication and don't need any further discussion on their titration. If you need to discuss your titration plan or treatment plan more thoroughly it is likely that you will be referred back to the private clinic that performed your initial evaluation. If this occurs, the titration appointment will be included in the consultation fees and they will be given their medication through private prescription (see Consultation fees above). This could cost more than an NHS prescription since the pharmacy will charge for the medication.