1640s (pharmaceutic in the same sense is from 1540s), from Late Latin pharmaceuticus of drugs, from Greek pharmakeutikos, from pharmakeus preparer of drugs, poisoner (see pharmacy). Related: Pharmaceuticals; pharmaceutically.
White Tongue: A white coating on your tongue could mean that you are dehydrated. It can also be caused by smoking or drinking alcohol. A white coating can also be a sign of thrush, which is an infection of the mouth with the yeast Candida albicans.
Possible symptoms that you may experience related to your tongue include: 1  a partial or complete loss of taste or changes in your ability to taste sour, salty, bitter, or sweet flavors. 2  difficulty moving your tongue.  tongue swelling.