Even though Scientific Information has progressed to the point where we know exactly what is and isn’t healthy for our bodies, people are still looking for alternative therapies that promise relief from the side effects of modern medicine. While there has been a recent surge in the popularity of natural and holistic remedies, there remains a strong demand for alternative medicines that are old-fashioned but effective. In an effort to cater those demands, apothecaries across the world have developed their own specialties with names like “Dragon Bone,” “Mulberry Root,” and “Wormwood.

Table of contents:
What is an Apothecary?
Apothecary Names Suggestions With a Modern Twist
Apothecary Names Suggestions for more Alternative Elements
Apothecary Names Suggestions For Specific Elements
New Age Apothecary Names Suggestions
Summary

What is an Apothecary?

Apothecaries (usually shortened to apoth) were people who made medicines, sold them, and sometimes performed medical procedures, throughout most of the history of western Europe. Apothecaries sold medicines that were often in a similar range of efficacy as modern drugs but with more potent results because they contained ingredients such as gold or unicorn horn, herbs that were considered abberant and considered detrimental to the health of modern man.

The concept is prominent in many cultures outside Europe. In the East, Ayurveda medicine has been around for thousands of years and contains numerous plants that are used for medicinal purposes even today. In China it’s known as Fire Worship and involves burning certain herbs to induce visions into a dreamscape.

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Apothecary Names Suggestions With a Modern Twist

As you can see, just because a medicine is made from ingredients that are considered obsolete or irregular does not mean it has to be taken in the same way. In fact, many apothecaries have perfected their traditional knowledge and have brought it back to life in contemporary times.

One of the most prominent examples of this is “Lemon Balm”

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Sage SunHemlowHemlock
Gingivae Stagnum Cooling HerbAromatherapy Botanical MedicineLavender Dreams Herbal Supply
Tiki-DiSunLily of the Valley
Violet: FairiesLavender: AngelsAngelica: Angels
Ahwahnee SageRosemary Death BalmFruit of the Spirit Collection
Echinacea Blaze The Day Watercress Scrunching Herb
Bulk HerbaceousRose Geranium Ancient Fire Herbs
Botanical MedicineMedicines MenthaLivin Herbal Supply
Medicines

Apothecary Names Suggestions for more Alternative Elements

As you can see, just because a medicine is made from ingredients that are considered obsolete or irregular does not mean it has to be taken in the same way. In fact, many apothecaries have perfected their traditional knowledge and have brought it back to life in contemporary times.

One of the most prominent examples of this is “Lemon Balm” (Also known as Lemon Zest).

Lemon Balm: Sun Chilli HerbalsUnicorn Horn And Ginseng RootDragon Bone: Sun Chilli Herbals
Syrian Rue: Sun Chilli HerbalsUnicorn Horn And Dragon BoneZen And The Art Of Happiness Herbs
Greek Earth Essential HerbalMistletoe And Unicorn HornRecovery Essentials
Strawberry Root And Unicorn HornDragon Bone And St. John’s WortMulberry Root And Dragon Bone
Major EssentialsArabian Nights HerbalWormwood and Dragon Bone
Bulk Herbaceous Herbs Medical Potions Sage and Unicorn Horn
Vinum Essential Oils & Essences Dragon Bone And WormwoodSun Care Oils and Greasy Spots Protection Oils
Fire & Earth Essential Natural RemediesRose Geranium: Angels & Earth EssentialsViolet: Fairies And Earth Essentials 
Pineapple: Sun Chilli HerbalsGingerroot: Sun Chilli HerbalsTwilight Dream Herbs
Dragon BloodRosemary LeafUnicorn Horn 
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Apothecary Names Suggestions For Specific Elements

Try using longer alternative names that are derived from more complex symbols and more abstract roots and you’ve got yourself a pretty original name that doesn’t need to worry about being recognized by anyone.

Names like these would be perfect for an apoth that specializes in “alternative medicine.” While some people might be a little bit confused by words like “balm” and “sage,” they might not realize they’re talking to an apoth. The name would fit in just as well as any modern one, and that confusion could actually help the character gain a secretive reputation!

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Dragon Bone And Rosemary LeafUnicorn Horn And Dragon BloodTomato Leaf And Rosemary Leaf
Germany Red Earth Essential Herbal Major EssentialsLyrebird Macadamia Nut 
SageSun Chilli HerbalsCooling Herb
Herbs For The BodyBath Essence Herbals Lavender
MistletoeWater Essence Colors of Nature 
Trapped in a bottleEnergizationProlific Growth 
Essential Oils Fruit Of The Spirit CollectionHerbs For Your Body SupplementsAnger Peace Sunshine Herbals
Rose Hips Of Peru VinegarePineapple And Dragon BloodGinger Root & Lemon Balm

New Age Apothecary Names Suggestions

The Apothecary Names List is a resource for adding names to your own modern apothecary. Simply use the list below as a guideline to finding a name for an apothecary, or use it to inspire you to create something completely new.

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Rosemary Leaf And JasmineHeart HerbalsMother Earth In The City
Cotoneaster: Moonlight HerbsSticks Herbs: Keep Baby HappyRejuve Herbal Healing & Detoxification 
Sun, Moon & StarsBaths and Bath OilWest Indian Aromatherapy
Unicorn Horn And Rosemary LeafLavender: Angels & Earth EssentialsSour Green Apple & Lemon Balm
Body Care: Healing Body Salts & Bars   Rosemary Leaf And Lavender FlowersNatural Remedies: Health Herbs and Detoxification
Essential Oils Essences & Scents Colors Of Nature: Body Care ProductsColors of Nature: Essential Oil and Essence
Dragons Blood And WormwoodRainbow Herbal Lightening Products Strawberry Root and Lemon Balm
Herbaceous BottleSage Body WashWestern Australia
Pineapples And Dragon BloodPineapple And Unicorn HornGreen Apple: Moonlight Herbs

Summary

Have a look through the list and find the names that you like the best. Try to use a combination of the name generators above and this list in order to find something that works just right for your own apothecary. The names are there, you just have to bring them out!