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At the Pharmacy

Use these phrases when you need medicine at a pharmacy.

Key Phrases

I have a bad headache and need something for it.

Do you have medicine for a cold please?

I need painkillers for my stomach pain right now.

What is the correct dosage for this medicine?

💡 dosage = how much to take

Can I get a prescription for this please?

💡 prescription = doctor's note for medicine

I have a stomach ache and feel sick.

Do you have something for an upset stomach?

How often should I take the tablets each day?

Should I take this medicine with food please?

Is this medicine strong enough for your headache?

Practice Dialogue

Traveler
I have a bad headache and need something for it.
Pharmacist
Do you have medicine for a cold please?
Traveler
I need painkillers for my stomach pain right now.
Pharmacist
What is the correct dosage for this medicine?
Traveler
Can I get a prescription for this please?
Pharmacist
How often should I take the tablets each day?
Traveler
Should I take this medicine with food please?
Pharmacist
Is this medicine strong enough for your headache?

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