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.