The owner of Coldrif cough syrup has been arrested after a toxic batch claimed 20 young lives in Madhya Pradesh. Investigations reveal a deadly chemical in the syrup. How did this dangerous medicine reach children? The full story unfolds.
Initial reports indicate that some syrups contain a toxic chemical called diethylene glycol (DEG), which damages the kidneys and nervous system. The sale of these syrups, manufactured in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, has been banned.
This issue isn’t just about Chhindwara or Betul; it’s a question of the credibility of the entire Indian pharmaceutical industry. Read an exclusive analysis by veteran journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash.
A sample taken from a ‘Coldrif’ cough syrup manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu has been found to contain excessive amounts of diethylene glycol (DEG). Let’s explore the nature of diethylene glycol, which is considered a health hazard.
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