WHO declared 3 cough syrups deadly for children in India. The amount of DEGs was 500% higher in Coldrif, Respifresh TR and Reliif. WHO has prepared to issue a global alert after the death of 23 children in Madhya Pradesh.
Chhindwara. WHO has issued a big alert regarding the safety of children in India. The World Health Organization has identified three cough syrups, which can prove dangerous and fatal for children. These syrups include Coldrif, Respifresh TR and Reliif. Consumption of these syrups has caused the death of at least 23 children in Madhya Pradesh.
Which syrups are a danger to children?
WHO has made it clear that these three syrups are a serious threat to the health of children. Especially Coldrif cough syrup is in controversy, because many children recently died due to its consumption. According to experts, the amount of DEG (Diethylene Glycol) in these syrups was 500 percent more, which is many times more than the normal limit.
What is the truth about deaths in Madhya Pradesh?
Deaths of underage children occurred recently in Parasia village of Chhindwara district. Lab tests revealed that these children had consumed adulterated and poisonous cough syrup. The license of Shresan Pharmaceuticals company, which manufactures Coldrif syrup, was also canceled after this incident. WHO also stressed that these syrups can cause serious, life-threatening diseases.
Were these syrups exported from India?
The Health Department of India has clarified that these contaminated cough syrups were not exported to any country. The US also confirmed that no poisonous batch was sent to them. WHO took information from Indian authorities and plans to issue a Global Medical Products Alert soon.
500 times more poisonous chemical – what is the truth?
According to CDSCO report, DEG levels in Coldrif cough syrup were found to be more than 48%, while the acceptable limit is only 0.1%. Looking at this, it is clear that consumption of these syrups can prove fatal for children.
Warning for parents and hospitals
WHO has urged all health agencies and parents to report immediately if any batch of these is detected. It is very important to keep children away from any such cough syrup.