LINCTUS: A LOOK BACK AT MEDICINAL SYRUPS

Linctus: A Look Back at Medicinal Syrups

Throughout the annals of time, linctus has served as a common remedy for a plethora of ailments. These viscous, sweet preparations, typically made with sugar, have been employed for centuries to relieve coughs, sore throats, and other pulmonary complaints. Early formulations often included botanical extracts, such as eucalyptus, alongside healing s

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