ADHD Medication

If you receive a diagnosis of ADHD and medication is deemed to be clinically appropriate for you, your specialist clinician may recommend treatments to help manage your symptoms.

At The Owl, we deliver a specialist ADHD medication care service grounded in clinical best practice, focused on identifying the most appropriate treatment option through careful assessment, titration, and structured monitoring. Our ADHD medication service is available to individuals diagnosed within our clinic, as well as to those who have undergone assessment elsewhere, provided their diagnostic report meets established national clinical standards.

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Who do we provide ADHD medication for?

The Owl provide treatment for all clients from children and young people to adults via either the private pathway or the NHS Right to Choose pathway. Expert-led and gold-standard, our ADHD medication care is delivered in line with best practice guidance and safe, holistic prescribing principles.

Our approach is calm, clear, and collaborative. We work in partnership with you — because effective treatment is not just about medication, it is about understanding your goals, your life, and your wellbeing.

We offer secure, clinically led online assessments that are recognised across the UK and follow national guidelines ensuring you receive timely, thorough and compassionate care.

What can you expect?

Evidence-Based Prescribing
Medication plans aligned with national best practice standards.
Specialist Clinical Oversight
Care delivered by experienced ADHD clinicians.
Safe & Structured Monitoring
Physical health checks, careful titration, and ongoing review.
Holistic Approach
We consider sleep, nutrition, emotional wellbeing, family context, and daily functioning — not just symptoms.
Shared Decision-Making
You are fully informed and actively involved at every stage.

Titration

At The Owl, we start the ADHD medication process with an initial medication consultation to ensure that treatment is safe, suitable, and appropriate for your individual needs.

What happens in titration:
Titration is the structured process of adjusting the type, dose, and timing of medication to achieve the most effective results with the fewest side effects. Because ADHD medications affect each person differently, titration ensures a personalised and balanced treatment plan. Throughout the medication titration you are assigned with an ADHD specialist clinician who you will see at each review.

How ADHD Medication Works

ADHD medications act on key neurotransmitters in the brain — primarily dopamine and norepinephrine—which play central roles in attention, motivation, and self-regulation. The two types of ADHD medication:

Stimulant medications increase dopamine levels, helping to improve concentration and reduce impulsivity.
Non-stimulant medications regulate norepinephrine activity, enhancing cognitive function. These are often suitable for individuals who do not tolerate stimulants well or who have cardiovascular considerations.

Why titration is important

Maximises effectiveness while minimising side effects
Personalises treatment to your specific needs
Reduces the risk of under- or over-medication
Helps prevent adverse effects such as sleep disruption or cardiovascular symptoms

Once you are stable on medication, we will request a shared care agreement in partnership with your GP who will continue to monitor and support your wider wellbeing. – We cant guarantee this as many are declining shared care.

During the titration period The Owl retains full responsibility for medication initiation and dose adjustments. When the patient has reached a stable dose, we will write to your GP and confirm that the patient has reached a stable and effective dose and request shared care from your GP.

Our ADHD Medication Packages

Treatment package (up to five appointments)
£600

Includes initial treatment planning session and up to four titration appointments with a designated prescriber to discuss and review medication, issue and distribution of prescriptions, medication letters to your GP and shared care documentation.

Additional treatment review
£150

Additional treatment session to review medication (if needed in addition to treatment package). This appointment may include the issue of a prescription and appointment letter to your GP.

Pre-treatment Consultation (already has a previous ADHD diagnosis)
£250

If an adult or child has already been diagnosed with ADHD and is considering starting medication, this initial consultation will review their diagnosis and explore treatment options. Please note that we require evidence of a formal diagnosis from a NICE-compliant ADHD assessment, along with information from their GP, before beginning treatment. If their previous assessment does not meet our internal standards, we will be unable to proceed with medication initiation.

Medication review
£150

Includes an appointment to review your child’s progress on their medication. We will write a letter to their GP to inform them and will advise of any management plan changes. Please note that changes to medication will require a new treatment package. In accordance with NICE Guidelines and our shared care agreements, children under the age of 10 years old will require quarterly reviews (every 3 months). Children between the ages of 10-18 will require reviews every 6 months.

Repeat prescriptions
£50

If shared care is not accepted by your child’s GP, we can issue monthly prescriptions to you.

Please Note: Medication costs are not included and will be charged directly by the pharmacy. Prices can vary significantly at pharmacies, but we use the Private Pharmacy Group to ensure competitive prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect when I first start ADHD medication?

Starting medication can feel like a big step — whether you’re a young person, a parent, or an adult who’s waited years to trial medication. At your appointment for medication, we will ensure that the medication is safe for you and then talk through the best option with you (stimulant or non-stimulant). Any medications we agree to start on begin with low doses and increase over a few weeks (this is called “titration”) and change depending on effect. Most people notice benefits within the first 1–4 weeks which typically is reported as having better focus, feeling ‘calmer’, and generally more organised. We stay in close contact with regular check-ins during titration so you never feel alone. You can ask questions at any time.

Will the medication change who I really am?

ADHD medication should not change your personality, indeed one way we can check how helpful and effective it is, is to measure how much more easily you are able to do what was previously difficult. This will include being able to regulate focus, plan, organise and execute your wants and wishes. Being able to do these should have benefits to other aspects of your daily activities, including emotional and social impact. Some people have described the medication as turning down the volume on the ADHD “noise” so it is more possible to succeed and without the significant effort they had been used to having to make (and still feel they were underachieving). If you feel the medication does change you and you dislike it’s effect, you will not be asked to continue with it.

Can I drive while I’m on ADHD medication?

Yes – in fact, medication is often reported by those using it as helping them drive more safely by improving attention and impulse control. UK law says you must tell the DVLA if your ADHD (or the medication) affects your ability to drive safely but you are otherwise not obliged to report either.

What happens if I miss a dose or forget to take it?

It is not unusual to forget sometimes! Should you miss a dose of your medication, then you can just take the next one at the usual time (but do not double up on the dose). This will also apply if you are unwell and vomit shortly after taking the medication. Timings can vary depending on the type of medication you are taking, and your clinician can give more detailed advice around this.

What are the common side effects and how do we manage them?

Side effects can vary from person to person with some people experiencing none at all, whilst others may find themselves having to stop using the medication due to untoward side effects. The most common ones (especially with stimulants) are reduced appetite, potential difficulty getting to sleep, mild headaches, stomach ache or nausea and some people report having feeling dizzy, or having ‘strong emotions’ and feeling sad or irritable, with some people also reporting having a dry mouth in the first couple of weeks. Many side effects in ADHD medication are temporary but it is important that if you have concerns, that you speak to a clinician about these.

We give you a simple side-effect checklist and practical tips straight away — things like eating a big breakfast before the first dose, having a bedtime routine, or switching to a different medication if needed. Most side effects settle quickly, and we adjust the dose or type of medication together until it feels right. You will never be told to “just put up with it” and we will work together to find a medication that works well for you.

Will I definitely get medication?

At the Owl Centre we are aware that ADHD medication is not suitable for everyone who obtains a diagnosis of ADHD will be prescribed medication, but everyone will have a thoughtful and respectful discussion about their options. Medication is considered based on your individual situation, health history, and preferences. For some people it is helpful, and for others a different approach may be more appropriate. Any decision is made with care and with you involved.