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English Story (A1)At the Pharmacy

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Tom has a cold and visits his local pharmacy for medicine. The friendly pharmacist helps him choose cold medicine and cherry-flavored cough drops. She explains how to take the medicine and Tom goes home to rest.

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Tom does not feel well today. He has a bad cold. His nose is running and his throat hurts. Tom needs medicine. He goes to the pharmacy near his house. The pharmacy is open from nine to six. Tom walks inside and looks around. There are many shelves with different products. He sees vitamins, bandages, and creams. Tom goes to the counter. A friendly pharmacist greets him. She asks how she can help. Tom tells her he has a cold. He says his throat is very sore. The pharmacist asks if he has a fever. Tom says no, just a runny nose. She recommends some cold medicine. The medicine is in a small box. Tom also needs cough drops for his throat. The pharmacist shows him the best ones. Tom picks the cherry flavor. He asks how often to take the medicine. The pharmacist says twice a day, morning and night. She writes it on the box for him. Tom pays for the medicine at the counter. The total is twelve euros. Tom thanks the pharmacist for her help. He goes home to rest and take his medicine.

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