By Anay Shukla and Shriya Pandita

The recent deaths of children after consuming a cough syrup have once again raised fears of contaminated drugs. Lack of quality control in manufacturing facilities and delays in conveying adverse events need to be addressed strictly, explain Anay Shukla and Shriya Pandita.

What caused the death of 20 children in MP?

The probable cause of death of the 20 children in Madhya Pradesh appears to be kidney failure due to the consumption of cough syrup which contained a toxic chemical known as diethylene glycol (DEG). The exact cause of death is yet to be confirmed. The cough syrup consumed by the deceased children probably contained glycerin, which is a common ingredient used in cough syrups because it has soothing properties and also helps in thickening

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