Online Asthma Refills in Florida for Adults (Asthma)
MD-only asthma refill evaluation by secure video visit for adults in Florida, $49 flat-fee, no insurance required.
Asthma is a chronic airway condition that can cause episodic wheezing, chest tightness, cough, and shortness of breath. TeleDirectMD can help stable adults in Florida with refills for common non-controlled asthma inhalers when it is clinically appropriate and safe, with a focus on controller adherence and red-flag screening.
- $49 flat-fee visit
- MD-only evaluation and refill safety review
- Controller and rescue inhaler plan review
- No controlled substances
- Adults only, you must be in Florida at the time of the visit
Last reviewed by Parth Bhavsar, MD on 12/24/25.
Clinician note: Refill visits are for stable asthma. If you are struggling to speak in full sentences, have blue lips, severe chest tightness, or are not improving after rescue inhaler use, emergency evaluation is recommended.
Common Asthma Clues
- Wheezing or chest tightness
- Cough worse at night or with exercise
- Symptoms triggered by colds, smoke, or allergens
- Relief with albuterol in typical cases
Severe breathing trouble is not a telehealth problem. If you feel like you cannot catch your breath, seek emergency care.
Quick Answers
- Telehealth is best for stable asthma patients needing refills of non-controlled inhalers
- We review symptom frequency, rescue inhaler use, and triggers before refilling
- Frequent albuterol use can signal poor control and need for controller optimization
- We do not prescribe controlled substances
- You must be physically located in Florida at the time of the visit
What Are Asthma Refills?
An asthma refill visit focuses on safe continuity. We confirm your asthma history, review current symptoms and rescue inhaler use, assess red flags, and then refill appropriate non-controlled asthma medications when it is safe to do so.
TeleDirectMD is a good fit for adults who need refills of inhalers that have been working, or who need a short bridge refill while arranging long-term primary care follow-up.
Asthma Symptoms and Red Flags
This table highlights common asthma features, what they may suggest, and when in-person evaluation is safer.
| Finding | What it suggests | Telehealth appropriate? | Red flag requiring urgent in-person care |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermittent wheeze or chest tightness relieved by rescue inhaler | Typical asthma symptoms | Often yes | Severe distress or inability to speak full sentences |
| Nighttime cough or exercise symptoms | Possible poor control | Often yes | Blue lips, confusion, or fainting |
| Needing rescue inhaler frequently | Uncontrolled asthma risk | Often yes | No improvement after repeated rescue inhaler use |
| Symptoms after smoke, allergens, or URI trigger | Trigger related flare | Often yes | Severe chest pain or suspected pulmonary embolism features |
| Shortness of breath with fever or new productive cough | Possible infection or pneumonia | Sometimes for triage | Low oxygen, severe weakness, or rapid worsening |
What Else Can Feel Like Asthma?
- Viral bronchitis: cough and chest tightness after a cold.
- COPD: chronic smoking related airway disease, usually later in life.
- Pneumonia: fever, focal chest pain, significant fatigue, shortness of breath.
- Heart failure: leg swelling, orthopnea, exertional dyspnea.
- Pulmonary embolism: sudden dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, risk factors for clots.
When a Florida Video Visit Is Appropriate vs. When to Go In-Person
When a Video Visit Is Appropriate
- Adult 18+ located in Florida at the time of the visit
- Known asthma history with a stable pattern
- Requesting refills of non-controlled rescue or controller inhalers
- Not in respiratory distress during the visit
- No severe red-flag symptoms such as cyanosis or near-syncope
Red Flags Requiring In-Person or ER Care
- Severe shortness of breath or difficulty speaking
- Blue lips, confusion, fainting, or severe drowsiness
- No improvement after repeated rescue inhaler use
- Chest pain concerning for cardiac or clot features
- Low oxygen readings or severe worsening in a short period
Asthma Refill Approach and Treatment Options
Refill visits focus on safe continuation and control. We review how often you have symptoms, how often you use your rescue inhaler, whether you are on a controller medication, and whether your current pattern suggests the need for in-person assessment or step-up therapy.
Common Non-Drug Steps That Help Control
- Avoid smoke exposure and strong fragrances
- Manage allergic rhinitis when present
- Use a spacer with metered dose inhalers when appropriate
- Review inhaler technique and adherence
Medication Table
| Medication | Dose | Duration | When used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuterol HFA inhaler | 2 puffs every 4 hours to 6 hours as needed | As needed | Rescue inhaler for acute symptoms in appropriate patients |
| Budesonide-formoterol inhaler | 2 puffs BID | Ongoing | Controller therapy continuation when stable and appropriate |
| Fluticasone inhaler | 2 puffs BID | Ongoing | Inhaled corticosteroid controller continuation when appropriate |
| Montelukast | 10 mg by mouth once daily | Ongoing | Adjunct controller continuation in selected patients when tolerated |
TeleDirectMD does not prescribe controlled substances. If you are needing your rescue inhaler frequently, waking at night from symptoms, or you feel breathless at rest, in-person evaluation is recommended.
Home Care and What to Expect
Many adults do well with consistent controller use, trigger reduction, and correct inhaler technique. If you are having frequent symptoms, you may need step-up therapy and objective assessment such as spirometry.
- Track symptom frequency and rescue inhaler use for 2 weeks
- Consider a peak flow meter if previously used in your care plan
- Seek urgent care for worsening shortness of breath or chest tightness
- Follow up if you are not improving or symptoms are increasing
What to Expect From Your TeleDirectMD Asthma Refill Visit in Florida
TeleDirectMD provides adult-only, MD-only virtual care by secure video. Visits are $49 as a flat cash fee with no insurance required. If appropriate, asthma inhalers can be refilled and sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy in Florida.
Adults only. You must be physically located in Florida at the time of your visit.
Florida Asthma Refills Telehealth FAQ
Can TeleDirectMD provide asthma refills online in Florida?
Yes. TeleDirectMD provides MD-only video visits for adults in Florida and can refill appropriate non-controlled asthma inhalers after a safety-focused evaluation.
What asthma medications can be refilled through TeleDirectMD?
Common non-controlled rescue and controller inhalers may be considered when clinically appropriate, including albuterol and certain inhaled corticosteroid based controllers.
Do you prescribe controlled substances for asthma?
No. TeleDirectMD does not prescribe controlled substances.
How do I know if my asthma is uncontrolled?
Frequent symptoms, nighttime waking, and needing your rescue inhaler often can suggest poor control. You may need controller optimization and sometimes in-person testing.
When should I go to the ER for asthma?
Seek emergency care if you are struggling to breathe, cannot speak full sentences, have blue lips, feel faint, or are not improving after rescue inhaler use.
Can you refill controller inhalers?
Sometimes. If you are stable and the medication is non-controlled, refills may be appropriate after reviewing your symptoms, side effects, and safety factors.
Do I need a spacer for my inhaler?
Many metered dose inhalers work better with a spacer. If you have frequent symptoms despite correct dosing, a spacer and technique review can help.
Can you provide a work note?
TeleDirectMD can usually provide a brief work note when medically appropriate as part of the $49 visit. We do not complete long-term disability, FMLA, or accommodation paperwork.
Is TeleDirectMD available across Florida?
Yes. As long as you are physically located in Florida at the time of the video visit, you can be evaluated.
What if I am not improving?
If symptoms are worsening or you are needing frequent rescue inhaler use, in-person evaluation is recommended for oxygen assessment and possible therapy changes.