US Medical Term · medications
Pharmacist
Farmacéutico
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Pharmacist |
| Spanish (Español) | Farmacéutico |
| Chinese (中文) | 藥劑師 |
| Korean (한국어) | 약사 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Dược sĩ |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Parmasyutiko |
| Portuguese (Português) | Farmacêutico |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | เภสัชกร |
| Japanese (日本語) | 薬剤師 |
What it means
A pharmacist is a licensed healthcare professional with doctoral-level training who specializes in medications and their safe, effective use. At your pharmacy, the pharmacist reviews your prescriptions, verifies that the dose is appropriate for your condition and weight, screens for dangerous drug interactions, counsels you on how to take your medication correctly, and answers questions about side effects. Pharmacists also provide immunizations, medication therapy management services, and guidance on over-the-counter products. They are among the most accessible members of your healthcare team. Do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist questions about any prescription or nonprescription medication you take.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I would like to speak with the pharmacist about a possible drug interaction.
Me gustaría hablar con el farmacéutico sobre una posible interacción medicamentosa.
Can the pharmacist review all my medications to check for problems?
¿Puede el farmacéutico revisar todos mis medicamentos para verificar si hay problemas?
My pharmacist recommended I speak with my doctor before stopping this medication.
Mi farmacéutico me recomendó hablar con mi médico antes de dejar este medicamento.
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Last reviewed: September 2026