India drafts tighter rules for dangerous solvents in kids medicines after tainted syrup deaths

Published on 13 May 2026

Toxic impurities in solvents were found

India’s drug regulator has begun drafting new guidelines for high-risk solvents used in children’s medicines, after deaths tied to contaminated cough syrups. Investigators reportedly found the solvents can carry toxic impurities. The regulator is consulting pharmaceutical companies to review current solvent practices and push safer alternatives, a move aimed at preventing further tragedies involving Indian-made syrups.

New draft rules target high-risk solvents in children’s medicines
Contaminated cough syrup deaths prompted the regulatory move
Experts reportedly found toxic impurities can be present in solvents
Consultations with companies will shape safer alternatives

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India drafts tighter rules for dangerous solvents in kids medicines after tainted syrup deaths

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