Healthcare English — Pharmacy Conversations 2 AE

Patient counselling at the pharmacy counter — clear, accurate, and compassionate communication about medications.

Medication counselling in pharmacy

Pharmacy counselling is one of the most valuable health services available to patients, and the quality of that counselling depends entirely on communication. This exercise practises the key conversations at the counter: explaining how to take medication correctly, managing concerns about side effects, flagging drug interactions, and supporting adherence.

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Choose the most natural-sounding response. LEVEL: Intermediate

1. How do I take this?
2. Can I take this with my other medications?
3. This medication is making me feel nauseous.
4. I forgot to take my dose yesterday — what should I do?
5. How should I store this?
6. Is this safe to take during pregnancy?
7. Can I drink alcohol while taking this?
8. I can't afford this prescription.
9. How long will it take to work?
10. What happens if I stop taking it suddenly?
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