食後と食前、どちらに飲みますか
しょくごとしょくぜん、どちらにのみますか
Do I take it after or before meals?
POINTBe sure to check the timing
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Japanese Phrases for Medicine & Pharmacy
Describe symptoms clearly, understand instructions, and navigate Japanese healthcare with confidence. Real examples · NG warnings · 9-language parallel translations
This page helps foreign residents and long-term visitors handle "Japanese Phrases for Medicine & Pharmacy" with daily Japanese phrases for living in Japan, practical examples, and common mistakes to avoid.
What this page helps you say in Japan
This page focuses on Japanese Phrases for Medicine & Pharmacy and teaches useful Japanese phrases for daily life in Japan, including natural replies, polite alternatives, and practical wording for foreigners living in Japan.
What You'll Learn on This Page
- timing of taking
- How to ask about side effects
- Allergy declaration
- Question about forgetting to drink
Practice Phrases (8 Total)
一日何回飲みますか
いちにちなんかいのみますか
How many times per day?
POINTCheck the number of times
副作用はありますか
ふくさようはありますか
Are there side effects?
POINTIt is important to check in advance
飲み合わせの悪い薬はありますか
のみあわせのわるいくすりはありますか
Any drug interactions?
POINTImportant when using other drugs
○○にアレルギーがあります
○○にアレルギーがあります
I'm allergic to ○○.
POINTBe sure to declare
飲み忘れたらどうすればいいですか
のみわすれたらどうすればいいですか
What if I forget to take it?
POINTCheck how to deal with it
症状が治まっても飲み続けますか
しょうじょうがおさまってものみつづけますか
Should I keep taking it after symptoms ease?
POINTConfirmation of the period of use
妊娠中ですが大丈夫ですか
にんしんちゅうですがだいじょうぶですか
Is it safe during pregnancy?
POINTBe sure to declare pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Q. What is a medicine notebook?
A. A notebook that centrally manages prescription history. Be sure to show it at the pharmacy.
Q. When do you want to change to generic?
A. Just say, "I'd like a generic one." A pharmacist will assist you.
Q. Can I use over-the-counter and prescription drugs together?
A. Check with your pharmacist. There may also be interactions.