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Tragic Child Deaths Spark India’s Crackdown on Cough Syrup Exports

In the wake of heartbreaking incidents involving child fatalities, India tightens regulations on cough syrup exports.
Jared AdamsbyJared Adams
May 24, 2023 4:30 pm KST

In a profound response to a string of devastating events involving the loss of young lives, the Indian government has taken decisive action by strengthening regulations on the export of cough syrups.

Startling reports from various Indian media outlets, including The Times of India, reveal that the Ministry of Health has recently announced a crucial requirement for exporters of cough syrup: beginning next month, they must obtain an official analysis certification from government laboratories.

Henceforth, any Indian pharmaceutical company intending to export cough syrup will be compelled to submit samples to government agencies for mandatory testing, ensuring the safety and quality of the products.

This move by the Indian government stems from a series of alarming incidents that unfolded over the past several months. Tragically, children from countries such as Gambia and Uzbekistan lost their lives after consuming cough syrups suspected to be of Indian origin.

Gambia was struck by a heart-wrenching ordeal when approximately 70 children succumbed to their illness after ingesting Indian-made cough syrup in October of last year. The global health community was left in shock by the magnitude of this tragedy.

At that time, the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized that the implicated syrup contained hazardous components that far exceeded acceptable limits. Additionally, they linked the problem to four contaminated pharmaceuticals manufactured in India.

The distressing events continued in December when Uzbekistan reported the unfortunate deaths of 19 children who had consumed a cough and flu medication named “Dox-1 Max,” manufactured by Indian pharmaceutical company Marion Biotech.

Following a thorough investigation, Uzbekistan authorities confirmed the presence of a toxic substance called ethylene glycol in the syrup. While ethylene glycol is commonly used in automotive antifreeze and glass-cleaning solutions, its presence in pharmaceuticals should be minimal, if at all.

In late January, the WHO disclosed that seven countries had reported cases of acute kidney illness caused by the consumption of cough syrup containing harmful substances. Shockingly, the number of child fatalities associated with these incidents surpassed 300.

Prompted by these distressing events, Indian authorities have taken a proactive stance, commencing an extensive investigation into the concerned pharmaceutical company. They have gone as far as halting production and apprehending several individuals within the company to ensure accountability and prevent further harm.

As India strengthens its regulations on cough syrup exports, it aspires to prevent future tragedies and safeguard the lives of children, fostering a commitment to pharmaceutical excellence and consumer safety.

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