Can montelukast be refilled through telehealth?
For an established patient whose asthma or allergies are stable, montelukast may be appropriate for telehealth refill evaluation. Montelukast carries an FDA boxed warning about mood and behavior changes, so the clinician will ask about these.
What information may be needed?
- Current dose and whether it is for asthma, allergies, or both
- Other asthma medications and inhalers you use
- How often you need your rescue inhaler
- Any mood changes, sleep problems, vivid dreams, or unusual thoughts since starting it
When is routine refill care not enough?
Severe shortness of breath, trouble speaking, or blue lips is an emergency: call 911. If you have thoughts of harming yourself, call or text 988 or call 911.
See asthma refill information or read the Texas Medication Refill Guide.