Filling a New Prescription
Beginner English listening exercise · Pharmacy
Transcript
[Pharmacist] Hello! How can I help you today? [Customer] Hi, I have a new prescription from my doctor. Here it is. [Pharmacist] Let me take a look. This is for amoxicillin, five hundred milligrams, three times a day for ten days. Is this your first time taking this antibiotic? [Customer] Yes, it's for a sinus infection. [Pharmacist] Okay. Are you allergic to any medications, particularly penicillin? [Customer] No allergies that I know of. [Pharmacist] Good. Take one capsule every eight hours with a full glass of water. You can take it with or without food, but taking it with food may reduce stomach upset. [Customer] How long until it starts working? [Pharmacist] You should start feeling better within two to three days. However, it's very important to complete the entire ten-day course, even if you feel better sooner. [Customer] What happens if I stop early? [Pharmacist] Stopping early can allow the bacteria to survive and develop resistance, making future infections harder to treat. [Customer] Got it. Are there any side effects I should watch for? [Pharmacist] Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and rash. If you develop difficulty breathing or severe swelling, seek emergency care immediately — that could indicate an allergic reaction. [Customer] How much does it cost? [Pharmacist] With your insurance, it's a five-dollar copay. It'll be ready in about fifteen minutes.
Comprehension questions
- Why must you complete the full course of antibiotics?
- How much is the copay with the customer's insurance?
- What is the name of the antibiotic?
- How often should the customer take the antibiotic?
- What should the customer take the capsule with?