Dangerous Diethylene Glycol Contamination Found in 'Coldrif' Cough Syrup: Health Ministry Confirms Safety Risk

Oct 04, 2025 05:44 pm CST

The Health Ministry has confirmed that 'Coldrif' cough syrup manufactured by Sresan Pharma in Tamil Nadu contains diethylene glycol (DEG) exceeding safe limits. This industrial solvent can cause severe kidney damage, liver failure, and death, particularly in children. Both Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh have banned the product while authorities conduct comprehensive investigations at 19 manufacturing sites across six states.