Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Russellville, AR
Since 1958, C & D Drug Store has been a trusted provider of pharmaceutical care in Russellville, Arkansas. Founded by pharmacists Charles Oates and Dale Walker, our store combines decades of experience with modern advancements in medication compounding and personalized service. Our team of four full-time pharmacists, including second-generation owner R.D. Walker, remains committed to our founding motto of 'courtesy and service.' We specialize in custom compounding solutions for patients requiring alternative dosage forms, strengths, or flavoring, addressing challenges like difficulty swallowing pills or allergies to dyes.Recognized as 'Best of the Best Pharmacy' through community votes in 2017 and 2018, we offer advanced technological services such as text/email alerts, online refills, and easy transfers while maintaining family-friendly traditions like free in-town delivery. Our pharmacists prioritize building relationships with customers to understand and meet their unique medicinal needs, serving both human and veterinary patients across multiple generations.
Services
Custom Compounding
Vaccinations
Medication Flavoring
Pet Medications
Online Refills
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- Family-owned pharmacy serving Russellville since 1958
- Specialize in custom medication compounding solutions
- Four experienced pharmacists providing personalized care
- Free in-town delivery for customer convenience
- Recognized as Best of the Best Pharmacy by local community
What people say
Best of the Best Pharmacy
Personalized service
Friendly staff
Compounding expertise
Services
Custom Compounding
We create tailored medication solutions for patients requiring specific dosages, forms, or formulations. Our compounding services address challenges like difficulty swallowing pills, allergies to dyes, and discontinued medications. Patients receive personalized alternatives through dosage forms including lollipops, suppositories, and flavored liquids.
Vaccinations
We provide essential vaccination services including flu, shingles, pneumonia, and RSV vaccines. Our pharmacy offers convenient access to immunizations for community members seeking preventative healthcare solutions. Patients receive professional administration and guidance from licensed pharmacists.
Medication Flavoring
Our flavoring service improves medication compliance by offering over 20 taste options for oral medications. We help patients overcome aversion to bitter-tasting medicines through flavors like strawberry, root beer, and lemon custard. This service benefits children, adults, and pets requiring difficult-to-administer medications.
Pet Medications
We compound specialized medications for pets with unique dosage requirements or flavor preferences. Our veterinary services address challenges in administering medications to animals through customized formulations. Pet owners receive palatable alternatives that improve treatment adherence.
Online Refills
Our digital platform enables convenient prescription management through online refills and medication transfers. Patients receive automated alerts via text or email for prescription readiness. This service streamlines medication access while maintaining personalized pharmacist support.
People
R.D. Walker
Pharmacist & Owner
Second-generation owner with decades of pharmacy experience. Recipient of multiple 'Best of the Best Pharmacist' awards. Leads the team in providing personalized pharmaceutical care.
Yanci Walker
Pharmacist
Licensed pharmacist dedicated to patient care. Provides expert medication management and compounding services. Committed to maintaining the store's tradition of personalized service.
Katie Coulter
Pharmacist
Experienced pharmacist specializing in medication compounding and patient counseling. Focuses on creating tailored solutions for complex pharmaceutical needs.
Will Walker
Pharmacist
Skilled in both traditional and modern pharmacy practices. Provides comprehensive medication reviews and customized treatment solutions for patients.
Questions
What is custom compounding and how can it help me?
Custom compounding creates personalized medication solutions when standard options don't work. We can adjust dosage forms, strengths, and flavors to meet your specific needs.
What vaccines are available at C&D Drug Store?
We offer flu, shingles, pneumonia, RSV, and Tdap vaccines. Our pharmacists provide professional administration and answer any immunization questions.
Can you help with medications that taste bad?
Yes! We offer over 20 flavor options for oral medications, including strawberry, root beer, and lemon custard to improve medication compliance.
Do you provide delivery services?
We offer free in-town delivery for prescriptions within Russellville, Arkansas, making medication access more convenient for our customers.
What if my medication is discontinued?
Our compounding pharmacy can often create customized alternatives when commercial medications are unavailable due to shortages or discontinuations.
