Kerala Bans Coldrif Cough Syrup Following Child Fatalities in Multiple States

Oct 05, 2025 12:20 am CST

Kerala has joined Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh in banning Coldrif cough syrup after 11 children died across multiple states. Manufactured by Sresan Pharma, the medication is under investigation for potential Diethylene Glycol contamination. Health authorities have sealed the manufacturing facility, collected samples for testing, and initiated nationwide inspections of pharmaceutical plants to prevent further incidents and ensure medication safety standards.