apothecary

Old-time druggist

An apothecary is a person who prepares and sells medicines—the historical predecessor of the modern pharmacist.

The term also refers to the shop where such preparations were made and sold: The village apothecary stocked herbs and tinctures.

The word now appears mainly in historical contexts or to evoke old-fashioned charm, as in boutique shops styled as apothecaries selling soaps, candles, or remedies.

remedies

tonic

Invigorating medicinal drink

  • balmHealing topical preparation
  • salveTopical healing preparation
  • ointmentMedicated skin cream

poultice · liniment · elixir · cordial · draught · infusion · decoction · tincture · philter · nostrum

alchemical

alchemy

Mystical metal transformation

elixir · philosopher's stone · retort · distillation · hermetic · occult · tincture · quintessence · sublimation · calcination

historical

druggist

Medicine-dispensing professional

phial · vial · compounding · formulary · gallipot · carboy · stillroom · drawers · scales · medicaments

modern

prescription

Medical dispensing authorization

drugstore · over-the-counter · medication · revival · artisanal · bespoke · boutique · craft · wellness · natural remedies

herbal

botanical

Related to plants

chamomile · valerian · echinacea · ginseng · lavender · foxglove · belladonna · mandrake · wormwood · comfrey

aesthetic

vintage

Quality from past eras

Victorian · gothic · ornate · specimen jar · amber glass · cork stopper · mahogany · curio · display · nostalgic

Categories
Opposites
HISTORICAL vs. MODERN MEDICINE

apothecarypharmaceutical company

Business producing medicinal products

CVS · Walgreens · clinical pharmacist · hospital pharmacy · pharmaceutical industry

HEALING vs. HARMING

apothecarypoisoner

One who kills toxically

assassin · toxicologist · quack

PROFESSIONAL TREATMENT vs. UNTREATED/SELF-CARE

apothecaryquack

Fake healer or fowl noise

charlatan · snake oil salesman · faith healer

Phrases
Family

apothecaries

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G