The deadly dose: Inside India's cough syrup obsession

A recent tragedy in India involving deaths of children linked to tainted cough syrup sheds light on the country's ongoing struggle with unsafe medications. The cough syrup, contaminated with a toxic industrial solvent, resulted in kidney failure among victims. This incident underscores broader issues within India's drug oversight system, with calls for tighter regulations and controlled use of such medicines. The market for cough syrups in India is projected to grow significantly, despite concerns over over-prescription and potential harms associated with these medications.