Ongoing care
ADHD Medication Monitoring
Direct answer
How is ADHD medication monitored?
Once ADHD medication is stable, NICE NG87 recommends at least an annual review by a healthcare professional with ADHD expertise, and regular checks of blood pressure, pulse, weight (and height in children), side effects, and whether medication is still needed and effective.
- Six-monthly specialist review
- Regular physical health checks
- Side effects and benefit reviewed
- £99 per 6 months
What is checked
- Symptom benefit and daily functioning
- Blood pressure and pulse
- Weight (and height in children)
- Sleep, appetite and mood
- Any misuse or diversion concerns
- Whether to continue, adjust or trial a break
How often
Physical health checks are typically every six months or after dose changes, with a full review at least annually.
Book an ADHD Assessment
Structured clinical assessment and written outcome.
Frequently asked questions
Can monitoring be done online?
Largely yes, with physical measurements taken at home or locally.
Do I need monitoring under shared care?
Yes — responsibilities are split between GP and specialist.
Will I need medication for life?
Not necessarily. Continuing need is reviewed regularly.
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Clinical authorship & review
Written by
Mark Thornton-JonesMPharm (Liverpool John Moores, 2010), Non-Medical Prescribing (Distinction), CPPE General Practice Pathway, ADHD diagnosis & management (2025) · Specialist ADHD Pharmacist & Independent Prescriber
GPhC 2076283
Clinically reviewed by
Shamir PatelMPharm, Independent Prescriber · CQC Registered Manager & Clinical Pharmacist
GPhC 2049338- Published
- 1 September 2026
- Last reviewed
- 28 September 2026
- Next review
- 28 September 2027