Sresan Pharma
WHO Warns India Must Strengthen Regulations to Prevent Toxic Cough Syrup Deaths
Oct 21, 2025 08:21 pm CST
Despite some regulatory improvements, India still faces significant challenges in preventing toxic cough syrup sales, according to the WHO. Following the deaths of 24 children linked to contaminated medicine containing dangerous levels of diethylene glycol, officials highlight the need for comprehensive testing requirements for both exported and domestically sold pharmaceutical products.
Coldrif Cough Syrup Tragedy: 20 Children Dead as Sresan Pharma Owner Faces Police Custody
Oct 11, 2025 07:16 am CST
The owner of Sresan Pharma, Ranganathan, has been remanded to 10-day police custody following the deaths of 20 children across three districts in Madhya Pradesh allegedly linked to Coldrif cough syrup. As investigations intensify, the DCGI has issued nationwide directives for stricter pharmaceutical testing protocols while local chemists protest through an indefinite strike.
364 Violations Discovered at Sresan Pharma Following Deadly Cough Syrup Incident: DEG Contamination Claims 20 Children's Lives
Oct 09, 2025 09:04 pm CST
An investigation into Sresan Pharma revealed 364 violations at their Tamil Nadu facility following a tragic incident where contaminated cough syrup containing excessive diethylene glycol resulted in at least 20 child fatalities in Madhya Pradesh. The CDSCO is now launching nationwide inspections of cough syrup manufacturers while several states implement stricter regulations for pediatric cough medication dispensing.
Deadly Cough Syrup Scandal: Pharmaceutical Owner Arrested in Madhya Pradesh Child Deaths Case
Oct 09, 2025 04:24 pm CST
The owner of Sresan Pharma, Ranganathan Govindan, has been arrested in Chennai following the deaths of 20 children in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, who consumed toxic Coldrif cough syrup. Police conducted a meticulously planned operation to apprehend the suspect, who had been evading authorities since the tragedy came to light. Investigations reveal the company was operating despite being struck off official registers, raising serious questions about regulatory oversight in India's pharmaceutical industry.
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.