If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD and your medication is working, renewing your script shouldn’t be a battle. Here’s how GP-led continuation care works in NSW.
Written by Dr Jaspreet Saini, Principal GP at Rosedale Medical Practice and founder of My ADHD GP. This guide reflects current NSW Health prescribing frameworks as of 2026. Always confirm current regulations with your prescribing clinician.
Your medication works. Renewing it shouldn’t be hard.
If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD by a specialist and your medication is stable, you shouldn’t need to see a psychiatrist every time you need a script. In New South Wales, GPs with the right training can manage ongoing ADHD prescriptions under specialist oversight.
How ADHD medication renewal works in NSW
Under NSW Health guidelines, once a psychiatrist has initiated ADHD medication and confirmed the treatment plan, a GP can:
- Renew your stimulant prescription on an ongoing basis, where it is safe and clinically appropriate
- Monitor side effects and adjust dosing within the specialist’s parameters
- Escalate to your specialist if something changes or isn’t working
This is called continuation care, and it’s exactly how other chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension are managed. Your specialist sets the plan, your GP keeps it running. For the full regulatory framework, see our detailed guide on whether a GP can prescribe ADHD medication in NSW.
Why can’t my regular GP just do this?
Many GPs are hesitant to prescribe stimulant medications because:
- They lack specific training in ADHD pharmacology
- They’re unsure about the regulatory requirements for Schedule 8 prescribing
- They don’t have a clear escalation pathway to a specialist
That’s why services like My ADHD GP exist. We connect you with GPs who understand ADHD medication management and have direct specialist backup.
What you need for a renewal appointment
Bring these to your appointment:
- Your most recent specialist letter confirming diagnosis and treatment plan
- Current medication details, including name, dose, and how long you’ve been on it
- Any concerns, such as side effects, effectiveness, or life changes
In-person first, then telehealth reviews
A GP can manage your ongoing renewals where the requirements are met. Your first appointment is always in person at our West Pennant Hills practice. Ongoing care can then be by telehealth across NSW, provided you have a usual GP we can work with, an individual prescribing authority is applied for, and it’s clinically appropriate. We write back to your usual GP after your consultation, so your care stays joined up. Any prescription is a clinical decision, made only once the necessary authority is in place, and is never guaranteed. An in-person review is required at least once every 12 months, in line with NSW Health continuation criteria. Read more about how ADHD telehealth works in NSW.
Key takeaway
ADHD medication renewal in NSW is straightforward when you have the right GP. You don’t need a new referral, and you don’t need to see your psychiatrist for every script. Any prescription remains a clinical decision made after a consultation, only where safe and clinically appropriate.
Ready to move your renewal to a GP-led pathway?
At My ADHD GP, we provide structured GP-led continuation prescribing for adults and children (6+) across NSW. Your first appointment is always in person at our West Pennant Hills practice. Ongoing care can then be by telehealth across NSW, provided you have a usual GP we can work with, an individual prescribing authority is applied for, and it’s clinically appropriate. We write back to your usual GP after your consultation, so your care stays joined up. Any prescription is a clinical decision, made only once the necessary authority is in place, and is never guaranteed. An in-person review is required at least once every 12 months, in line with NSW Health continuation criteria. Any prescription is a clinical decision made after a consultation, only where safe and clinically appropriate, and is never guaranteed. Book a continuation review →
For our specific pricing structure, see our pricing page.
This article is general health information for NSW residents and does not constitute personal medical advice. ADHD treatment is highly individual; always discuss your specific circumstances with your treating clinician.