Lesson 13 – Asking about medicine
🎯 Lesson Goal
Learn how to ask about medicine in simple English at the doctor’s office.
🩺 Doctor Dialogue
🙂 Can you tell me about this medicine?
🩺 Yes, this medicine helps reduce pain.
🙂 How often should I take it?
🩺 Take one pill every six hours.
🙂 Should I take it with food?
🩺 Yes, it is better to take it after meals.
🙂 Are there any side effects?
🩺 Some people feel tired or dizzy.
🙂 What should I do if I feel dizzy?
🩺 Stop taking the medicine and call the clinic.
🙂 Thank you. I understand now.
🧠 Explanation
You are at the doctor’s office. You ask questions about medicine. You learn how to talk about how to take medicine and side effects.
🚑 Medical Survival English
🩺 I need medicine.
🩺 How do I take this?
🩺 Are there side effects?
🩺 I feel sick.
🔊 Pronunciation Tip
Medicine is pronounced MED-uh-sin. Say it clearly with three parts.
💡 Medical Tip
Always ask simple questions if you do not understand the medicine instructions.
🎧 Listen and Repeat
🎧 Can you tell me about this medicine?
🎧 How often should I take it?
🎧 Should I take it with food?
🎧 Are there any side effects?
🎧 What should I do if I feel dizzy?
🎧 Thank you. I understand now.
🧩 Mini Practice
Practice answering aloud.
Can you tell me about this medicine?
How often should I take it?
Should I take it with food?
Are there any side effects?
I feel dizzy.
I take medicine every six hours.
Can I eat before taking the medicine?
Thank you for your help.
What does this medicine do?
📘 Medical Glossary
| English | Meaning |
|---|---|
| medicine | a drug to help you feel better |
| side effects | extra effects that can happen after taking medicine |
| pain | hurt or discomfort in the body |
| dizzy | feeling like you might fall or lose balance |
| pill | a small round piece of medicine to swallow |
| food | what you eat |
| clinic | a place to see a doctor |
✅ Quick Check
Can you understand the dialogue? Can you repeat the important medical phrases?