A CHRONICLE OF LINCTUS: THE EVOLUTION OF COUGH SUPPRESSION

From the ancient times, humankind has sought to mitigate the unrelenting ailment of coughs. Linctus, a viscous mixture known for its soothing properties, has emerged as a traditional remedy for this widespread symptom. Early compounds often employed organic ingredients such as honey, liquorice root and opium to suppress the reflexive act of coughin