Classroom
Observation
Bart E. Villanueva
Teacher I
Prayer
Presenting the New Lesson
Using the worksheet
provided, write at
least four medicines
that your family has
c k
Sto edge bought from the
w l
o
K n pharmacy. Write on
the box. You have 3
minutes to work.
Establishing a
purpose of the
lesson
Direction: I will show a
picture and answer it with
over the counter medicine
or prescription medicine.
Explains the Uses
of some Over-the-
Counter and
Prescription
Medicines
Presenting examples/
instances of the new lesson
Let’s
Discove
r!
Medicines are drugs used to
diagnose, cure, treat, and/or
prevent any illness or disease
from its symptoms.
Over-the-
Counter
Medicines
and their
over-
What are the
the-counter
medicines?
Over-the-Counter (OTC)
drugs are medicines
sold directly to a
customer without a
Examples of OTC medicines
and their uses are:
Antacid USES
s Are a class of
medicines that
help to
neutralize the
acid content.
Analgesi USES
cs
Known as
painkillers, are
used to relieve
pain.
Antipyreti USES
cs are substances
that reduce
fever. The
body works to
lower the
temperature,
resulting in
Antidiarrh USES
eal is any
medication
which
provides
relief for
Laxatives USES
Are foods,
compounds,
and/or drugs
that are most
often used to
treat
constipation.
Decongesta USES
nt
Is a drug that
is used to
relieve nasal
congestion in
the upper
respiratory
Antihistamin USES
es
Are used in
the treatment
of allergic
disorders and
some other
conditions.
Carbocistei USES
ne
Is a medicine
used in the
treatment of
excessive
viscous mucus
or phlegm.
Paracetam USES
ol
Is a pain
reliever and
fever reducer. It
is used to treat
headaches,
muscle aches,
toothache and
Prescriptio
n Medicines
and their
uses
What are prescription
medicines?
Prescription medicines
are drugs that must be
taken with a doctor’s
supervision or require
authorization from the
physician upon purchase.
Antibiotics USES
Also known as
antibacterial, are
types of
medications that
destroy or slow
down the growth of
bacteria. It is used
to treat infections
Antidepressan USES
ts These are drugs used for
the treatment of major
depressive disorder and
other conditions, including
dysthymia, anxiety
disorders, obsessive-
compulsive disorder,
eating disorders, chronic
pain, neuropathic pain,
and in some cases,
dysmenorrhea, snoring,
Antihypertensiv USES
e
These are drugs that
are used to treat
hypertension (high
blood pressure).
Antihypertensive
therapy seeks to
prevent the
complications of high
Discussing new
concepts and
practicing new skills
Think-Pair-Share
#1
Look for a partner and
group the following
medicines according to
their types or
classifications. Use the
chart below in grouping
the medicines. Use the
worksheet given to you.
Discussing new
concepts and Add-it-on
practicing new skills Crossword Puzzle
#2
Developing
mastery
leads to
formative
Assessment
#3
ACTIVITY TIME!
GROUP 1
Title: ”The Medicine Shop”
Instruction: The group will create their
own poster which provides images and
information about OTC and prescription
medicines. Left side for OTC and right side
for prescription medicines. The group will
present their work to their classmates.
GROUP 2
Title: ”OTC & Prescription Medicine
Role Play”
Instructions:
• The group will assign a doctor and
patient who will demonstrate how
we can purchase an OTC medicine
and get a prescription medicine.
• The doctor will explain why they
recommended the medication.
GROUP 3
Title: ”OTC & Prescription Medicine
Yell”
Instructions:
• The group will formulate their own
short yell about the difference,
importance and examples of OTC
and Prescription Medicine.
GROUP 4
Title: ”Commercial Making”
Instructions:
• The group will create their own
unique commercial while promoting
information and health benefits to
the consumer.
Rubrics for Grading
Finding Having knowledge about the
practical
applications use of over-the-counter (OTC)
of concepts
and skills in and prescription drugs is
daily living
crucial for daily living for
several reasons:
1. Self-Care and
Wellness: Understanding
how to properly use OTC
medications allows
individuals to manage
minor ailments and
symptoms on their own,
promoting overall well-
being and quality of life.
2. Managing Chronic
Conditions: For individuals
with chronic health
conditions such as
diabetes, hypertension, or
asthma, knowing how to
use prescription
medications correctly is
essential for managing
their conditions and
3. Preventing Adverse
Reactions: Understanding
the potential side effects,
interactions, and
contraindications of
medications helps
individuals avoid adverse
reactions and
complications.
4. Safety During
Emergencies: In
emergency situations,
such as allergic
reactions, heart
attacks, or accidents,
knowing how to use
certain medications
can be life-saving.
5. Navigating
Healthcare Systems:
Knowledge about
medications helps
individuals
communicate
effectively with
healthcare providers,
pharmacists, and other
Making
Generalizations
and
abstractions
about the
lesson
What I Have Learned Today!
What is Over-
the-Counter
(OTC) drugs?
What is
Prescription
Medicines?
The examples of
Over-the-Counter
(OTC) medicines
are: 5. Laxatives
6.
1 . Antacids Decongestant.
2. Analgesics. 7.
3. Antipyretics.Antihistamine
4. Antidiarrheals
8.
And the examples of
prescription
medicines are
1. Antibiotics
2. Antidepressants
Assessment!
Evaluation: Answer
following questions.
Select the letter of the
correct answer.
1. What does "OTC"
stand for in "OTC
medicines"?
a) Over-the-Counter
b) Over-the-Cupboard
c) Over-the-Country
d) Over-the-Closet
2. Which of the following is
an example of an over-the-
counter (OTC) medicine?
a) Paracetamol
b) Amoxicillin
c) Insulin
d) Prednisone
3. What is the main difference
between over-the-counter (OTC)
medicines and prescription
medicines?
a) OTC medicines are always
stronger.
b) OTC medicines require a
prescription from a doctor.
c) OTC medicines are available
without a prescription.
d) OTC medicines are only used
4. When should you ask an
adult for help before taking
medicine?
a) When you have a
headache
b) When you have a sore
throat
c) When you find medicine
5. Why is it important to
follow the instructions
on medicine labels?
a) To make the
medicine taste better
b) To avoid getting
sick
c) To prevent
Answers:
1. a) Over-the-Counter
2. a) Paracetamol
3. c) OTC medicines are
available without a
prescription.
4. d) When you're not sure
how much or when to take
a medicine
5. c) To prevent accidents
Bring sample of over-the-
counter medicine or
prescription medicine.
Research their uses.
