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Sock JohnsonIndia's Health Ministry Takes Charge on Cough Syrup Sales
Hold onto your hats, folks! After 22 kiddos in Madhya Pradesh got knocked out by bad cough syrups, India's Union Health Ministry is throwing down the gauntlet! They're ready to drop the syrup from Schedule K, making way for only the toughest pills and lozenges. Say goodbye to the shady stuff and hello to a healthier future, baby!
few days ago | Sanket Koul
Quick rundown
1.India proposes stricter OTC sales rules for syrups.
2.Contaminated syrups led to 22 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh.
3.Draft notification suggests removing 'syrup' from Schedule K.
4.WHO issued an alert over contaminated syrups in October 2025.
5.Self-medication accounts for over 50% of cough/cold treatments in India.
