Pharmaceutical manufacturing through technology prides itself on precision in dosage and large-scale production, but in some worlds, alchemy, or the making of magic potions is more about the 'soul.' In terms of output and stability, technological pharmaceuticals are far superior, yet different alchemy or magic potion production methods are characterized by their uniqueness.
Individual practitioners yield results with varying effects; some may fall below the standard, while others exceed expectations, a facet where technology cannot compare. Moreover, the influence of special powers means that alchemy or magic potions sometimes outperform technological drugs.
Take for instance, a medicinal pill that can reverse yin and yang is something beyond the capabilities of technological pharmaceuticals. This pill requires refinement – after its creation, men transform into women and women into men, a feat unmatched by technology-produced medication.
