A CHRONICLE OF LINCTUS: THE EVOLUTION OF COUGH SUPPRESSION

From the early times, humankind has sought to ease the annoying condition of coughs. Linctus, a thick mixture known for its calming properties, has emerged as a time-honored remedy for this prevalent symptom. Early formulations often incorporated herbal ingredients such as molasses, liquorice extract and opium to suppress the involuntary act of cou