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At the Pharmacy
Use these phrases at the pharmacy.
Key Phrases
Voice
Explaining the problem · 2 ways to say it
I have a bad headache.
neutralMy stomach hurts a lot.
casualAsking for medicine · 2 ways to say it
Do you have something for a cold?
neutralCan I get some painkillers?
casualGiving a prescription · 2 ways to say it
I have a prescription from my doctor.
neutralHere is my prescription, please.
politeMore polite — use with staff
Asking where to wait · 2 ways to say it
Is this the line for medicine?
neutralUS
Is this the queue for medicine, please?
politeUK
Asking about dosage · 2 ways to say it
How do I take this medicine?
neutralHow many pills can I take?
casualAsking the price · 2 ways to say it
How much is it?
casualHow much is the medicine, please?
politePractice Dialogue
Customer
Hi. I have a prescription.
Pharmacist
Sure. Can I see it?
Customer
Here it is.
Pharmacist
Thanks. Here is the medicine.
Customer
Okay. How do I take it?
Pharmacist
Take two pills every day.
Customer
Okay. Do you have something for a cold?
Pharmacist
Yes. This medicine is good.
Customer
Can I get some painkillers too?
Pharmacist
Sure. They are over there.
Customer
Great. How much is it?
Pharmacist
Twenty dollars, please.