Assignment: The correct use of medicines Quiz Respond to eight questions concerning the correct use of medicines. You can open the quiz in a new tab here. For the teacher  The assignment can be implemented individually or in pairs. As background material, read the Correct use of medicines pages…

Assignment: The Package leaflet group assignment Objectives During the assignment, you will learn:   To understand that the package leaflet of a medicine is an important source of information to support the use of the medicine.  To assess the possible adverse…

Where can I find reliable information about medicines?  You can find reliable information from many sources – for example package leaflets, medical professionals and medical authorities.  From the medicine package The medicine package has information such as the name, active…

Are you using your medicine correctly? There are many things to consider when using medicines. Before you start using a new medicine, find out the answers to the following questions: Is the medicine suitable for me? How much medicine should…

Assignment: Interpreting the instructions for use of medicines Objectives During the assignment, pupils will learn: to understand why it is important to read the instructions for use of medicine before you start taking medicine. how to interpret the instructions for…

Assignment: The differences between prescription and over-the-counter medicines Quiz Respond to ten claims for prescription and over-the-counter medicines. You can open the quiz in a new tab here. For the teacher The assignment can be implemented individually or in pairs. As background material,…

Assignment: Internet as an information source Objectives During the assignment, you will learn: To understand that the reliability of information consists of several factors.  To use the DARTS checklist to assess the reliability of information on medicines found on the…

How do medicines have an effect? Each medicine has its own mode of action. Medicinal substances are generally used to either strengthen or prevent the body’s own physiological processes.  Medicines have different effects on different people The same medicines do…