How Medicines Were Made On DVD - Royal Pharmaceutical Society Of Great Britain

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Article Date: 14 Oct 2008 - 5:00 PST

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How Medicines Were Made, a Society Museum film, is now available on DVD. First produced in 2001, the film shows retired community pharmacist Peter Homan demonstrating various techniques from the past, including pill-making, producing cachets (now an obsolete dosage form) and using a Brockedon press to make tablets.

Briony Hudson, the Society's Keeper of the Museum Collections, said: "Seeing some of the former techniques involved in dispensing really brings the history of pharmacy to life. The film is on permanent display in our reception area, and has been very popular in video format since it was made available for sale in 2004. It works well as part of lectures, alongside exhibitions, or for individuals to find out more about historical pharmacy equipment."

The 15-minute film is subtitled to increase its accessibility and flexibility of use. It is priced at £12.50 including postage. To obtain a copy, contact the museum on 020 7572 2210, or email museum@rpsgb.org. It is also possible for members to borrow a copy of the film from the Society's library.

The RPSGB is the professional and regulatory body for pharmacists in England, Scotland and Wales. It also regulates pharmacy technicians on a voluntary basis, which is expected to become statutory under anticipated legislation. The primary objectives of the RPSGB are to lead, regulate, develop and represent the profession of pharmacy.

The RPSGB leads and supports the development of the profession within the context of the public benefit. This includes the advancement of science, practice, education and knowledge in pharmacy. In addition, it promotes the profession's policies and views to a range of external stakeholders in a number of different forums.

Following the publication in 2007 of the Government White Paper, the RPSGB is working towards the demerger of its regulatory and professional roles. This will see the establishment of a new General Pharmaceutical Council and a new professional body for pharmacy in 2010.

http://www.rpsgb.org.uk