12. The differences and similarities of over
the counter and prescription medicine?
They are
bought
from a
pharmacy
and
regulated
by FDA
Prescription medicine
They require prescription
from a doctor
They are prescribed and
are intended to be used
by one person
Over the counter
medicine
They do not
require doctors
prescription.
14. OVER THE COUNTER MEDICINE
1. Antihistamine treats allergic rhinitis such as
sneezing, runny and itchy nose and itchy
watery eyes.
It can also relieve itchiness caused by insect
bites, skin infection, and allergic reaction to
food.
15.
16. 2. Antidiarrheal is a type of medicine
that stops or slow diarrhea or the
frequent passage of a watery loose stool
17. 3. Antacid are medication that
neutralizes stomach acid. It may be
liquid or tablets that can be dissolve
in water to drink.
18. 4. Analgesic are pain killer or pain
reliever, a medicine used to relieve
pain or discomfort caused by disease,
injury or surgery.
Simple painkillers are OTC drugs but
painkillers to treat severe pain like
narcotics need prescription from a
doctor.
19.
20. 5. Antipyretic is a medication
used to lower body temperature
or reduce fever.
21. 6. Antiseptic is a substance
applied to the body to reduce
the risk of infection and stop the
spread of germs.
22. 7. Decongestant is a medicine that
relieves congestion by reducing
swelling. Inflammation and mucus
formation the nasal passages or
the eye. It is a relief for congestion
of the nose and sinuses like
blocked or stuffy nose (nasal
congestion).
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24. 8. Laxative also called purgative
is a substance that loosens or
softens stool and increases
bowel movement.
This medicine is used to treat
and prevent constipation or hard
bowel movement.
25.
26. OVER THE COUNTER MEDICINE
1. Antihypertensive a medicine that
is used to lower blood pressure.
31. Group 1: Sorting
Sort in the following boxes the over the counter and prescription medicine.
Group 2: Matching type
Match the description/uses of medicine in column B with the correct names of
medicine in column A.
Group 3: Reading and Comprehension
Read the passage about persons suffering from different health problems.
Theyn write in the box below the possible drug medication in each illnesses.
Group 4: Numeracy
Make a table indicating the dosage, frequency, timing and days of medication .
Prescription receipt and samples are given.
Group 5: Graph
Create a Venn Diagram showing the similarities and differences of prescription
and over the counter medicine.
32. You will be given 7 mins to answer/perform those
activities, after that present it on the class. Choose
atleast 1 representative for class presentation.
Checking:
Group 1 will going to check the work/answer of group 2
Group 2 will going to check the work/answer of group 3
Group 3 will going to check the work/answer of group 4
Group 4 will going to check the work/answer of group 5
Group 5 will going to check the work/answer of group 1
33. Identify if it is a bought over
the counter or with
prescription, and give a short
description/uses of the
medicine.
34. Types of medicine
1. 2.
Examples of medicine
under this category:
Examples of medicine
under this category:
35. 3. Is it advisable to take
medicine without prescription?
Why?
4. Why is it important to know
the right medicine to take,
correct dosage and side effects
of those medicine?
36. Multiple Choice. Choose the best answer from the choices
below. Write it in a ¼ sheet of paper.
1. Janes mother is a stroke patient, he did not take
antihypertensive medicine in the pass 2 days so her
blood pressure reaches 130/100. If you were jane what
will you do?
a. advice him to take medicine
b. send him to the nearest clinic for check up
c. buy the prescribed medicine for him to take
d. observe for more days before sending him to the
clinic
37. 2. What is the best thing to do when you
accidentally biten by a dog?
a. go to the nearest doctor for proper
prescription
b. immediately tell your guardian about the
incident
c. wash the wounded part and go to the
nearest clinic for proper medication.
d. go to the nearest albularyo for help
38. 3. Emma is having a diarrhea, by and by he goes to
the comfort room. What do you think is the right
medicine for him to take?
a. antipyretic c. antidiarrheal
b. laxative d. analgesic
4. It is medicine used to treat allergic rhinitis,
insect bites and allergic reactions to food.
a. antihistamine c. antihypertensive
b. antipyretic d. decongestant
39. 5. Treats symptoms of depression, inability to
sleep, eat, emotional outbursts and
hallucinations
a. antihypertension
b. antibiotic
c. antidepressant
d. Antiventilation
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40. If it falls under the category of over the counter
medicine, then it is ok as long as you should first read
the label, use the correct dosage, time, frequency and
days.
If it is prescription medicines then you should not take
it without consulting a doctor first, because they are
stronger, more potent, or more dangerous if used
incorrectly.
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41. Knowing the right medicine to take, correct dosage and side effects of
those medicine is important for your health and safety.
medication education can help you determine whether a medication is
working appropriately and identify undesired side effects that may require
intervention.
some side effects can be serious and need immediate medical attention,
such as abdominal pain, blurred vision, or palpitations.
any changes in dosage could lead to undesirable results, such as
withdrawal symptoms or increased side effects.
Therefore, it is essential that you follow your healthcare provider’s
instructions and let them know if you are having any problems with your
medications
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