Legal Definitions - dispensary

A dispensary is a place where drugs are prepared or distributed. It can also be an institution, usually for the poor, where medical advice and medicines are given for free or at a discounted rate.

• A pharmacy is a type of dispensary where you can get prescription drugs.
• A free clinic may have a dispensary where they give out free or low-cost medications to patients.
• A dispensary in a hospital may prepare and distribute medications to patients in the hospital.

These examples illustrate the different types of dispensary and how they provide drugs or medical advice to people who need it. Whether it's a pharmacy, a free clinic, or a hospital, a dispensary is a place where people can get the medications they need to stay healthy.