Side effects

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What it really means

Unwanted effects a medicine can cause, listed on the leaflet inside the box. If you get bad side effects, contact your GP, pharmacist or NHS 111 — and call 999 for a serious reaction like trouble breathing.

Chinese explanation

副作用：药物可能带来的不良反应，药盒内的说明书上有列出。若副作用严重，联系GP、药剂师或NHS 111；出现呼吸困难等严重反应请拨999。

Example conversation

A: These tablets are making me feel dizzy. B: Check the leaflet for side effects, and ring the surgery if it carries on.

A：这个药吃了让我头晕。 B：看看说明书上的副作用，一直这样的话打电话给诊所。

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