**11 Children’s Deaths: Drug Watchdog Urges Strict Action Against Coldrif**

*By Snehil Singh | Oct 05, 2025, 11:11 AM*

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The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is set to take stringent action against the manufacturers of Coldrif syrup following the tragic deaths of 11 children, allegedly caused by contaminated cough syrups.

According to reports from ANI, the CDSCO has directed the Tamil Nadu Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate strict measures under serious offenses to address the issue.

**National Conference to Address Drug Safety**

In response to the incident, the Union Health Secretary will conduct a video conference with health officials from all states and Union Territories. The meeting aims to discuss the rational use of cough syrups and enhance drug quality standards across India.

This initiative comes amid investigations linking the deaths of 11 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to contaminated cough syrups.

**Ongoing Investigation and Risk-Based Inspections**

The CDSCO has commenced risk-based inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states: Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra.

Authorities have collected 19 samples from these regions for comprehensive testing. A multidisciplinary team of experts is currently analyzing these samples to determine the cause of fatalities in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.

**Sample Analysis Results**

Earlier this week, the CDSCO confirmed that six tested samples, along with three from the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drugs Administration, were free from toxic compounds such as Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Ethylene Glycol (EG). These substances are known to cause severe kidney damage.

However, officials noted that these tested samples did not include the two cough syrups currently under scrutiny, including Coldrif.

**Regional Actions Taken**

Following the CDSCO’s findings, several states have taken decisive steps against Coldrif syrup. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh have banned the sale of the product.

Meanwhile, Telangana has issued a public alert advising people to stop using Coldrif syrup immediately.

These actions form part of a broader effort to safeguard drug safety and quality in India after the unfortunate deaths linked to contaminated cough syrups.

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*Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.*
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