Allen's Pharmacy

09/02/2026

We will be closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. We hope that you all have a safe and happy holiday.

08/21/2026

Friends don’t let friends get flu shots in August. Don’t let these chain pharmacies talk you into getting a shot early just to get their numbers up, friends. They don’t seem to care about waning protection, or what is best for you. Just numbers.

The CDC recommends that you get your flu shot in September or October for maximum effectiveness during flu season. We will begin giving flu shots at Allen’s Pharmacy on Monday, September 14th.

Of course, if now is the only time that you are able to get a flu shot for whatever reason, early is better than not at all.

If you have questions about the flu shot, and when would be best for you to get one, we are here to answer those as always. If you have questions about the new traffic pattern on Bridge St. starting next Tuesday, we unfortunately cant help with that. Maybe ask our local ODOT spokesperson…

08/08/2026

Our soda fountain is closed today due to us being short staffed. We apologize for any inconvenience. It will be open again on Monday 8/10.

07/20/2026

Confused about the new Medicare GLP-1 program?

Come ask us. We’ll help you figure it out.

07/08/2026

Hey, fam! Just writing to tell you that Velvet's Orange Sherbet is back at the soda fountain for a limited time. We tried adding it to the menu a few years ago, and it went over like a lead balloon...

But we figured everyone deserves a second chance. (Even frozen desserts.) So, we're giving it another shot! If you've never had a scoop, or better yet, an Orange Sherbet Float, now's the perfect time to try one. And if you had it years ago and loved it, now's your chance to remind everyone that it wasn't the sherbet's fault... it just needed better friends.

So, help us prove that bringing it back wasn't a horrible business decision. Stop by, grab a scoop, and show the Orange Sherbet a little love. Our soda fountain and our confidence will appreciate it!

P.S. - If this doesn't work out again... we're all just going to pretend this never happened.🍊🍦✌️

07/02/2026

We will be closed on Saturday, July 4th for Independence Day. We hope that you all have a safe and happy holiday as you celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

06/15/2026

BREAKING NEWS: Local woman accidentally wins prize by entering pharmacy at a highly specific moment.

As part of our 85th birthday celebration, we decided to give a prize to our 85th customer on June 9th.

That customer was Christina Reinsmith, who won two passes to see Tecumseh!

According to witnesses, Chris displayed no signs of knowing she was customer #85 beforehand, though investigators are continuing to look into the matter. As of right now, we have no evidence that she spent the morning circling the block waiting to be customer #85… but we also have no evidence that she didn’t.

Fortunately for Chris, our accounting department (which is just Kevin staring suspiciously at a calculator) confirmed the count.

Thanks to Chris and to EVERYONE who has helped us make it to 85 years. We appreciate every one of you! Even customers #1 through #84 that day, who were admittedly very close to winning.

06/09/2026

June 9, 1941.

Eighty-five years ago, Gib got a vendor’s license, opened the doors at 601 East Main, and probably had no idea what he was starting. Since then, Allen’s Pharmacy has survived a world war, a highway that bisected our neighborhood shortly after moving to Eastern Avenue, recessions, blizzards, floods, chain stores, days-long power outages, drug shortages, legislative changes, insurance reimbursement cuts, a pandemic, the roof blowing off, mechanical breakdowns, and computers that freeze at the worst possible time.

And yet… we’re still here.

To the people of Chillicothe and the surrounding areas, thank you for 85 unbelievably loyal, supportive, patient, stubborn, hilarious, hardworking, compassionate, generous, encouraging, and amazing years.

Thank you for supporting local when it’s easier not to. Thank you for trusting us with your family’s healthcare. Thank you for the conversations at the soda fountain, the jokes at the counter, the patience during the chaos, and the grace when things aren’t perfect.

This old 1941 Vendor’s License, Gib’s first one, is a reminder that long before any of us were here, somebody took a chance on serving this community. We’re incredibly proud to still carry that forward today.

A lot has changed since June 9, 1941.

But one thing hasn’t. This pharmacy belongs to this community as much as it belongs to us.

So, from all of us at Allen’s Pharmacy, thank you for keeping this little independent pharmacy going for 85 wild years.

Lord willing, and the creek don’t rise, here’s to many more.🤞🙏

05/22/2026

We will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day. We would like to thank all of the former military members for their service and sacrifice. And, we hope that you all have a safe and happy holiday.

04/28/2026

A huge congratulations to our brother, friend, and former coworker, Casey McFadden! Casey was awarded the Bowl of Hygeia, which is one of the most prestigious and recognized awards one can earn in the field of pharmacy. Recipients are selected for their significant, voluntary contributions to their community outside of their regular professional duties. This award is only presented to one pharmacist per state, per year. So, this is a huge honor for a pharmacist in our area.

Congratulations, Casey!

Congratulations to the 2026 Bowl of Hygeia winner for Ohio, Casey McFadden!

Established in 1958, the Bowl of Hygeia Award recognizes pharmacists who possess outstanding records of civic leadership in their communities. In addition to service through their local, state, and national pharmacy associations, award recipients devote their time, talent, and resources to a wide variety of causes and community service outside the profession.

Today, the Bowl of Hygeia is the most widely recognized international symbol for the pharmacy profession and is considered one of the profession’s most prestigious awards. The award is presented annually by participating state pharmacy associations, including those in the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. View the 2025 recipients and read their inspiring stories here: naspa.us/bowlofhygeia

Casey is a pharmacist and the owner of McFadden Pharmacy, a locally owned community/retail pharmacy located in Bainbridge, Ohio. McFadden has been recognized for his pharmacy's role in supporting the Bainbridge area, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. As an independent pharmacist, he kept the business open as an essential service, fielded health questions from customers when doctor access was limited and made himself available via cell phone for consultations. He has been active in professional advocacy, providing proponent testimony to the Ohio House Insurance Committee in 2024 on pharmacy-related legislation, such as bills addressing pharmacy benefit managers and other industry issues. McFadden goes "above and beyond" to serve the community. In addition to his professional service, McFadden is also an active supporter for numerous community organizations serving senior citizens, schools, youth athletics and recreation, and his church. Examples of support include promotion of school supply donation drives to help local children prepare for the school year, being a founder of Irons Sharpens Iron Men's breakfast which is a monthly men's breakfast in Bainbridge, serving as one of the elders of his church, Acts Believe Church and on the Board for "Created 4 More", a non-profit ministry designed to break down the walls of church's and create events to bring everyone together to worship.

Congratulations Casey! The Bowl of Hygeia award is sponsored by the American Pharmacists Association Foundation and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations.