The Art of Dispensing: A Treatise on the Methods and Processes Involved in Compounding Medical Prescriptions, With Dictionaries of Abbreviations and Terms Used in British and Foreign Prescriptions, Incompatibles and New Remedies (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- The Art of Dispensing: A Treatise on the Methods and Processes Involved in Compounding Medical Prescriptions, With Dictionaries of Abbreviations and Terms Used in British and Foreign Prescriptions, Incompatibles and New Remedies (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Peter Macewan
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0266227457
- ISBN 13
- 9780266227458
- Item weight
- 1,067 grams
Master the art of dispensing with a trusted, hands-on guide
This comprehensive reference explains how prescriptions are prepared, labeled, and supplied, with practical detail for real-world use.
The book offers a thorough look at the methods and processes involved in compounding medical prescriptions. It covers weighing, measuring, and finishing packaged medicines, along with the Latin abbreviations and terms commonly seen in prescriptions. It also discusses the legal considerations around prescription ownership and copying, framing how a dispenser works with physicians and patients in daily practice. The edition notes emphasize updates to new remedies, dosing guidance, and official-aligned data to stay useful for dispensers and students.
- Clear, step-by-step guidance on weighing, measuring, and mixing medicines
- Explanations of prescription formats, abbreviations, and property rights
- Practical discussions of emulsions, tinctures, and other preparation techniques
- Updated references and notes to stay aligned with current practice
Ideal for readers studying pharmacy or working as dispensers who want a solid, reference-ready guide.
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