Crossword Genius

Has it a mixture of remedies? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

cough

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'mixture of remedies?' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both acts as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's a link between them I don't understand?

I cannot understand how the remainder of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for cough that I've seen before include "Bronchial infection" , "Confess to a crime" , "Sudden expulsion of air from the lungs" , "Symptom of chest infection" , "Noise from the throat" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.