Cough syrup tragedy: FDC drugs to be sold only with prescription for adults, say Madhya Pradesh FDA
Madhya Pradesh FDA has banned cough syrups containing chlorpheniramine maleate and phenylephrine hydrochloride for children under four. This directive follows 14 child deaths in Chhindwara, reportedly from renal failure after consuming such syrups. 'Coldrif' syrup is being withdrawn. For older children, these medicines now require a doctor's prescription and carry a clear age warning.
Madhya Pradesh FDA has banned cough syrups containing chlorpheniramine maleate and phenylephrine hydrochloride for children under four. This directive follows 14 child deaths in Chhindwara, reportedly from renal failure after consuming such syrups. 'Coldrif' syrup is being withdrawn. For older children, these medicines now require a doctor's prescription and carry a clear age warning.
