A CHRONICLE OF LINCTUS: THE EVOLUTION OF COUGH SUPPRESSION

From the ancient times, humankind has sought to mitigate the persistent ailment of coughs. Linctus, a viscous concoction known for its soothing properties, has emerged as a traditional remedy for this prevalent affliction. Early recipes often utilized herbal ingredients such as molasses, licorice and morphine to hinder the automatic act of coughing