Punjab has banned Coldrif cough syrup following the deaths of 16 children in Madhya Pradesh. Laboratory tests revealed the syrup contained a dangerously high concentration of diethylene glycol, a toxic industrial chemical. The state’s health department has instructed retailers and medical practitioners to cease its sale, distribution, and use immediately due to public health concerns.
Cough syrup row: Punjab bans sale of ‘Coldrif’ after deaths of 16 children in MP
