LINCTUS CODEINE: TRACING ITS USE IN COMBATING COUGHS

The annals of medicine illustrate a fascinating history of cough relief, with linctus codeine standing as a prominent example. This potent formulation of codeine and a syrup base became in the late 19th century, offering solace for annoying coughs. Its popularity arose from codeine's powerful cough reduction capabilities, though its use has since b