Understanding Drugs: Types, Common Examples, and Appropriate Means of Access Social Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 9

Topic: Understanding Drugs: Types, Common Examples, and Appropriate Means of Access

Duration: 45 minutes

Previous Knowledge: Basic awareness of health and safety.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define drugs and their purpose.
2. Identify common drugs and their uses.
3. Understand where to appropriately obtain drugs.
4. Promote awareness of responsible drug usage.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Decision-making
• Health literacy

Learning Materials:

• Visual aids (images of common drugs)
• Chart paper with key terms
• Examples of prescription labels
• Role-play scenarios for appropriate means of obtaining drugs

Content:

Meaning of Drugs:

• Any substance (not food) used to prevent, diagnose, or treat diseases.
• Examples: Medicines that help when you are sick.

Types of Drugs:

1. Paracetamol: Helps reduce fever.
2. Panadol: Eases pain and reduces fever.
3. Antacids: Used for stomach issues.
4. Analgesics: Relieves pain.
5. Oxycontin: Manages severe pain.
6. Tetracycline: Fights bacterial infections.
7. Vitamin C: Boosts immunity.
8. Flagyl: Treats certain infections.

Means of Getting Drugs:

1. Pharmacy: A shop where you can buy medicines.
2. Hospitals: Places where doctors prescribe and provide medicines.
3. Patent Medicine Vendors: Licensed sellers of non-prescription medicines.

👉 Remember: Only use medicines prescribed by a doctor, and always get them from trusted places like pharmacies, hospitals, or authorized vendors.

Evaluation

1. Drugs are substances used to prevent, diagnose, or treat __________. a) Diseases b) Parties c) Holidays d) Laughter
2. Paracetamol is commonly used to reduce __________. a) Hunger b) Fever c) Sleep d) Joy
3. Panadol is a medicine that helps ease __________. a) Pain b) Happiness c) Confusion d) Excitement
4. Analgesics are drugs specifically designed to relieve __________. a) Hunger b) Pain c) Boredom d) Joy
5. Oxycontin is used for managing __________ pain. a) Severe b) Mild c) Emotional d) Exciting
6. Vitamin C is known for boosting __________. a) Intelligence b) Immunity c) Sleep d) Hunger
7. Flagyl is a drug commonly used to treat certain __________. a) Allergies b) Infections c) Smiles d) Dreams
8. The appropriate means of getting drugs includes __________. a) Grocery stores b) Toy shops c) Pharmacies d) Clothing stores
9. Pharmacies are places where you can __________. a) Buy clothes b) Get medicines c) Eat food d) Play games
10. Hospitals are locations where doctors __________ and provide medicines. a) Sing b) Cook c) Prescribe d) Dance
11. Patent Medicine Vendors are licensed sellers of __________ medicines. a) Prescription b) Candy c) Pet d) Virtual
12. Using medicines prescribed by a __________ is important. a) Neighbor b) Teacher c) Doctor d) Friend
13. You should always get medicines from trusted places like __________. a) Movie theaters b) Bookshops c) Pharmacies d) Cafes
14. Vitamin C helps to boost __________. a) Hunger b) Immunity c) Sleep d) Excitement
15. Flagyl is commonly used to treat certain __________. a) Dreams b) Infections c) Smiles d) Thoughts

Presentation:

1. Step 1 – Introduction (5 mins):
   • Discuss the importance of health and introduce the topic: “Today, we’ll explore different types of drugs, their uses, and where to get them safely.”
2. Step 2 – Defining Drugs and Their Purpose (10 mins):
   • Define drugs as substances used for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, or symptom relief.
   • Discuss examples of drugs used for common health issues.
3. Step 3 – Identifying Common Drugs (15 mins):
   • Provide a list of common drugs:
     • Paracetamol
     • Panadol
     • Analgesics
     • Oxycontin
     • Tetracycline
     • Vitamin C
     • Flagyl
   • Discuss the purpose of each drug.
4. Step 4 – Appropriate Means of Obtaining Drugs (10 mins):
   • Explain where to get drugs responsibly:
     • Pharmacy
     • Hospitals
     • Patent Medicine Vendors
   • Discuss the importance of obtaining drugs from trusted sources.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Facilitate class discussions.
• Use visual aids to explain drug types.
• Share examples of prescription labels.
• Role-play scenarios for appropriate drug access.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in discussions about health and safety.
• Identify common drugs and understand their uses.
• Engage in role-playing activities for responsible drug access.

Conclusion:

• Summarize key points about different types of drugs and responsible means of access.
• Emphasize the importance of using medicines only as directed by healthcare professionals.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the purpose of drugs?
2. Name two common drugs and their uses.
3. Where can you appropriately obtain medicines?
4. Why is it important to get drugs from trusted sources?
5. Discuss one example of a situation where taking medicine is necessary for your health.