Apothecaries

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Apothecaries

Apothecaries (pronunciation: /əˈpɒθɪkəri/) are healthcare professionals who practice in pharmacy, the field of health sciences focusing on safe and effective medication use.

Etymology

The term "apothecary" is derived from the Ancient Greek word "ἀποθήκη" (apothḗkē), which means "a repository, storehouse". The apothecaries' investigation of herbal and chemical ingredients was a precursor to the modern sciences of chemistry and pharmacology.

Role and Responsibilities

Apothecaries are trained to compound and dispense medicinal prescriptions, and are knowledgeable about the properties and effects of drugs and medicinal plants. They often operate out of an apothecary shop.

Related Terms

  • Pharmacist: A healthcare professional who is a qualified expert on pharmaceutical drugs and how they interact with the body.
  • Pharmacy: The science and technique of preparing, dispensing, and reviewing drugs and providing additional clinical services.
  • Medicinal plants: Plants used as medicines or in the preparation of medicines.
  • Drugs: Substances intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.
  • Apothecary shop: A shop where medicinal drugs are sold.

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