The Central Drug Store, a family-run pharmacy in the city for nearly 60 years, will close its doors on July 15 as owner Jerry Tonelli retires. Despite its longevity, the store, which has been a staple in the community since 1965, faced challenges typical for small pharmacies, including frustrating regulations and financial pressures from insurance companies. Tonelli expressed pride in the service the store provided but ultimately made the decision to retire after finding no family member interested in taking over. The closure reflects a broader trend of independent and corporate pharmacy closures in the area.
This is the latest in the wave of pharmacy closures across the city - both independent and corporate. Last month, Reliable Rexall Sunset Pharmacy, another independent pharmacy in the Inner Sunset, closed its doors after being evicted by its landlord.
'For one person, it's a lot of work,' Tonelli said. 'It's tough for a small pharmacy to keep going.' A sentiment that reflects the ongoing challenges faced by many independent pharmacies.
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