Indian states ban cough syrup linked to child deaths
At least three Indian states have banned a cough syrup after several children died allegedly after consuming the product, said local authorities and reports.
Oct 5, 2025
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Bacteria that can cause vomiting, diarrhea gets kids' cough syrup recalled
Parents, guardians and all who care for kids should check their medicine cabinets after a children's cough syrup was recalled for a foodborne bacteria that can cause myriad problems.
Jun 26, 2025
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Cough syrup can harm children—experts warn of contamination risks
The recent deaths of over 300 children in Africa and Asia have prompted the World Health Organization (WHO) to warn about the use of "substandard and falsified" medical products. The organization called for more efforts to ...
Feb 27, 2023
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India probing cough syrup linked to Gambia child deaths
Indian authorities are investigating cough syrups made by a local pharmaceutical company after the World Health Organisation said they could be responsible for the deaths of 66 children in The Gambia.
Oct 7, 2022
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