St. Teresa Pharmacy

Some folks believe that the symbol Rx was derived from the Eye of Horus (or udjat). Horus was an Egyptian god who was considered to be the "father of pharmacy," and his symbol was worn as an amulet to ward off sickness and ensure good health.

When was the first official pharmacopoeia written? In the late 1400s. The first pharmacopoeia was written in Florence and named the Nuovo Receptario. Its publication was due to the partnership between the Medical Society and the Guild of Apothecaries.

When you receive a new prescription, your pharmacist will verbally counsel you about the medication. This includes the drug name, dosage, administration, duration, special instructions, possible side effects, refill information, and proper storage.

Fluoridated toothpaste came about as the result of a discovery in 1802 Italy, when local dentists noticed their patients had yellowish-brown spots on their patient’s teeth- but no cavities. It was revealed that high levels of fluoride in the water of the area had caused the spots, but prevented tooth decay.

Some of the earliest medicinal prescriptions developed from natural remedies which people found with time, practice and experiments provided relief. Some of these early remedies included cool water, mud and plant leafs known to have medicinal properties.

Pharmacists must undergo extensive schooling and then pass a licensing exam in order to practice. A pharmacy degree is required from an accredited college of pharmacy.

Prescription medication is only safe when taken exactly as directed by a health care professional. This means taking the recommended dosage at the proper intervals. Under no circumstances should you take a drug that has been prescribed to someone else.

Did you know that in the United States, heart disease causes more than 1 in 4 deaths? Statin medication therapy can help prevent life-threatening illnesses, especially for those who are at high-risk for developing a heart condition.

Did you know that the Greek physician Galen discovered seven of the twelve major nerves in the head, the cranial nerves, in the second century A.D.? Because of his advanced talent in medicine though, physiological and neurological knowledge remained somewhat stagnant for 1,400 years.

Did you know that some types of foods and liquids can interfere with over-the-counter and prescription medications? Before you take any medications, check first to see if there are any types of foods or liquids you should avoid before or after taking the medicine.

Aspirin went on sale as the first pharmaceutical drug in 1899 after Felix Hoffman, a German chemist at the drug company Bayer, successfully modified salicylic acid, a compound found in willow bark.

Generic medications are just as effective as brand name medications, but they are a lot cheaper. If you need to lower the cost of your prescription medications, ask our pharmacist if a more affordable generic alternative is available.

If you are having a tough time opening child proof medicine bottles, talk with our pharmacists. We can provide tips on how to open child proof medications or offer prescription medications in alternative bottles that are easier to open.