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Madhya Pradesh cough syrup deaths: Toxic components and substandard facilities

At least 21 children have died in the state after consuming a cough syrup found to contain toxic levels of a chemical diethylene glycol

DTE Staff

At least 21 children in Madhya Pradesh have died after consuming a cough syrup called Coldrif, found to contain toxic levels of Diethylene Glycol (DEG) — a chemical used in industrial solvents. The tragedy has once again raised questions about India’s pharmaceutical oversight and safety standards.