Conversation At The Pharmacy
A Pharmacist and a Customer
Pharmacist:Â Good morning. How can I help you?
Customer:Â Good morning, I have this prescription.
Pharmacist:Â Let me see. Okay, I think we have it. Let me get that for you…
Pharmacist:Â Here you go.
Customer:Â Oh, Thank God. You are the fifth pharmacist that I have asked for it today.
Pharmacist:Â I am glad that we can help you.
Customer:Â Thank you, and can you tell me how I should use it?
Pharmacist:Â Certainly! You need to take these pills once a day before you go to sleep.
Customer:Â Okay, how long do I need to take them for?
Pharmacist:Â Ten days for this one. It’s important that you finish all the package, if you forget to take it at night, you need to take two in the morning.
Customer:Â Okay, is it safe to take with aspiring?
Pharmacist:Â No, you can not take aspirin while you are on this, no painkillers allowed.
Customer:Â I see, are there any side effects?
Pharmacist:Â Rare but possible drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, upset stomach, nausea, nervousness, constipation… It is recommended that you avoid physically demanding activities after taking this; also no driving.
Customer:Â Oh, now I see why I should take it before I go to sleep.
Pharmacist:Â Exactly!
Customer:Â Well, okay then. Can I pay with my card?
Pharmacist:Â Sure! that will be $14. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Customer:Â No, that would be all, thank you.
Pharmacist:Â You are welcome, here is your receipt.
Customer:Â Thank you for your help, have a good day.
Pharmacist:Â Thank you, you too.