Learning Outcomes

By the end of the strand, you should be able to identify the common medicines found at home


Introduction

There are types of medicine that are bought over the counter in the chemist. Your parents or guardians can buy these medicines without the advice of a doctor and kept at home.

They are called common medicines. They can be in form of syrups, pills and capsules. It is important to see a doctor whenever you feel sick.

It is important to note that you are not supposed to take medicine belonging to another person.