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Apothecary’s Apprentice

Apothecary’s Apprentice is a column on RxTeach by Dylan Hembrough, PharmD candidate. In this column, he will explore the history behind commonly-used drugs with origins in the natural world.
Apothecary’s Apprentice: The Surprising Origins of Metformin
Apothecary’s Apprentice

Apothecary’s Apprentice: The Surprising Origins of Metformin

Metformin’s plant-based origins and rise to prominence reveal why it became the only biguanide widely used in diabetes care today.
13 Aug 2026 5 min read
Apothecary’s Apprentice: The Secrets of Senna
Apothecary’s Apprentice

Apothecary’s Apprentice: The Secrets of Senna

A pharmacist's guide to senna: its origins, clinical uses, safety considerations, and comparison to other laxatives.
11 Jun 2026 4 min read
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