Understanding the Apothecary System and its Scales

How does the apothecary system work? The apothecary system, originated as the system of weights and measures for dispensing and prescribing medications. The English version divided a pound into 12 ounces, an ounce into eight drams/drachms, and a dram into three scruples or 60 grains. Read more on www.albertaanimalhealthsource.ca A historical unit of measurement used … Read more