7. Filling Prescription



1.

A: I need to get my prescription filled.

B: You may pick it up in twenty minutes.

A: If I wanted to, could I have it mailed to me?

B: Yes, and you can renew this prescription by phone.

A: Are there any special instructions about this medication?

B: Take it three times a day.

A: Can I take it with food?

B: You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol.

A: Are there any side effects with this medication?

B: You might get a little dizzy, but that is it.



2.

A: I am here to get my prescription filled.

B: Your prescription will be ready in twenty minutes.

A: Do you ever deliver prescriptions by mail?

B: Yes, in fact, you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home.

A: How should I take this medication?

B: You should take it twice a day.

A: Should I avoid alcohol with this medication?

B: You need something in your stomach when you take it. Don't drink alcohol with this medication.

A: Should I expect any side effects?

B: Sometimes you might feel dizzy, but that isn't common.



3.

A: I am dropping off my prescription to get it filled.

B: You can come back in twenty minutes, and it will be ready.

A: If I couldn't wait, could the prescription be mailed to me?

B: Yes, you can have it delivered or filled at any location in our HMO.

A: When should I take this medication?

B: You need to take it at bedtime.

A: Should I take this medicine on an empty stomach?

B: Don't mix alcohol with this medication, but you can take it with or without food.

A: What are the side effects of this medication?

B: You might feel a little dizzy at first, but it should pass.



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