Apothecary and CACO Patches for Potion Remodels

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,940 endorsements) 📥 262,329 downloads 📌 v1.21 📅 11/18/2021
⚪ Last updated 2023

By Zira1251 · Patches

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/14/2023 📅 Created: 11/18/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 7 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗
6📦 Apothecary Find it →
7📦 Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul (CACO) Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #231 of 250 Patches mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

A PATCH FOR:

Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul (CACO) by

kryptopyr

Don't forget to endorse!

Apothecary - An Alchemy Overhaul by SimonMagus, DeltaRider, and Oreo

Don't forget to endorse!

WORKS FOR THESE REMODELS:

(And any not listed that work the same way!)

RUSTIC ANIMATED POTIONS and POISONS by dailyplanet and Gamwich

Awesome Potions Simplified by Revoith

ElSopa - Potions Redone by ElSopa

Medieval Potions by mathy79

Unified Potions by Xocco3 (REPLACER version only!)

Skyking Potent Potables - Potions and Poisons by Skyking2020

TLDR:

Required: CACO or Apothecary

Can be used with: Any mod overhauling vanilla potion models using vanilla mesh paths.

Install: Each is a single ESPFE plugin, so just install it normally and it won't count towards your plugin limit.

Suggested Load Order:

1. CACO or Apothecary.

2. Other CACO or Apothecary Patches.

3. Potion Remodel Patch from this mod page.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This patch mod makes Apothecary and Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul (CACO) compatible with potion mesh replacers, preserving their stat, name, and effect changes. It's for Skyrim players using both overhauls who want visual potion variety without breaking gameplay. With 1,940 endorsements and 262,329 downloads, it's a proven compatibility solution.

✨ Key Features

Ensures compatibility between Apothecary and CACO with potion mesh replacers
Maintains all potion stats, names, and effects from both overhauls
Requires both Apothecary and CACO to function
Last updated December 2023, indicating ongoing support

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-trusted with 1,940 endorsements and 262k downloads
  • Solves a real headache for players using both overhauls with mesh replacers
  • Preserves the gameplay changes from Apothecary and CACO while adding visual flair

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires both Apothecary and CACO installed, so it's useless if you only use one
  • Last updated over a year ago, so may not be compatible with the latest game version or mod updates
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim modders who run both Apothecary and CACO and want to use potion mesh replacers without breaking their gameplay. Skip if you only use one of these overhauls or don't care about potion visuals.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have both Apothecary and CACO installed before adding this patch, and load it after both in your mod order.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to handle the patch and avoid overwriting conflicts.
  • If you're using a specific potion mesh replacer, check its mod page for any compatibility notes with this patch.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Zira1251
Version
1.21
Downloads
262,329
Endorsements
1,940
Category
Patches
Created
11/18/2021
Updated
12/14/2023

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