A CHRONICLE OF LINCTUS: THE EVOLUTION OF COUGH SUPPRESSION

From the early times, humankind has sought to alleviate the annoying ailment of coughs. Linctus, a viscous mixture known for its relieving properties, has emerged as a historic remedy for this prevalent complaint. Early recipes often incorporated herbal ingredients such as molasses, liquorice root and morphine to quell the automatic act of coughing