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The World Health Organization has issued an alert against three cough syrups in India — Coldrif, Respifresh TR, and ReLife — after they were linked to child deaths in Madhya Pradesh due to contamination with toxic diethylene glycol (DEG).
Indian authorities have confirmed the syrups were sold domestically, issued stop-use orders, and are investigating the manufacturers to identify lapses in quality control and distribution.
DEG is highly poisonous, causing kidney failure and death, especially in children. Authorities are recalling affected batches and implementing stricter quality checks, while WHO urges global vigilance for these products.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning against three cough syrups in India after investigations linked th