LINCTUS: A HISTORY OF COUGH SUPPRESSION

From the ancient times, humankind has sought to ease the unrelenting suffering of coughs. Linctus, a viscous concoction known for its calming properties, has emerged as a time-honored remedy for this widespread symptom. Early formulations often utilized herbal ingredients such as honey, liquorice root and opium to quell the involuntary act of cough