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.
A person cannot taste his or her food while also losing the ability to digest food through the throat. If you have dry mouth, your tongue will look red and feel dry and raw. A person will also experience a tingling sensation on it at times, which is an indication that the tongue needs hydration from saliva.