The Heritage of Pharmacy

A set of flashcards summarizing key concepts from the lecture on the heritage of pharmacy, ranging from definitions to historical practices.

Pharmacy

The art, practice, or profession of preparing, preserving, compounding, and dispensing medical drugs.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

An industry separate from retail pharmacy that began developing around 1600.

Pharmacopoeia

A legally binding collection of standards and quality specifications for medicines produced in a country or region.

Compounding

The process of mixing two or more medicines to meet the individual needs of a patient.

ADRs

Adverse Drug Reactions, which are unwanted or harmful reactions experienced following the administration of a drug.

Empiric Era

A period in the evolution of pharmacy when practical knowledge was gathered through experience.

Biotechnology Era

A period in pharmacy that focuses on the use of biological systems or living organisms to develop new products.

Clinical Pharmacy

A branch of pharmacy focusing on the science and practice of medication management and patient care.

Eber's Papyrus

An ancient medical document from 1500 B.C. that includes some of the earliest known herbal remedies.

Hippocratic Oath

An ethical code attributed to Hippocrates, historically taken by physicians.

Telehealth

A technology used in modern healthcare to provide remote medical services.

Volunteerism

The principle of donating time and services to help others, exemplified by pharmacists in outreach missions.

Drug Development Stages

A series of phases including discovery, efficacy research, clinical trials, and post-marketing surveillance.

George A. Bender

An American historian who defined the profession of pharmacy emphasizing its heritage and service to humanity.

rDNA technology

Recombinant DNA technology used in biotechnology and medicine for developing new medicines.

Clinical Skills Training

Training for pharmacists to enhance their ability to manage patient care and medication therapy.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Mandatory education programs to keep pharmacists updated on current practices.

Asclepius

In Greek mythology, the god of medicine and healing.

Galen's Compounding

The practice introduced by Galen around 130 - 200 AD that focused on creating personalized medication.