Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Rajasthan Bans Cough Syrup After Child Deaths, Investigation Underway
In Rajasthan, some kids got sick and, sadly, some died after taking a cough syrup.
The government has stopped giving out this medicine and is checking what happened.
They banned over 20 batches of the syrup.
The medicine was made by Kayson Pharma and had a compound called dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
A central team is investigating the situation.
Doctors and pharmacists suggest that cough syrups dosage is based on age and should be taken with the doctor or pharmacist advice.
Multiple children fell ill after consuming a generic cough syrup.
At least two children died in Rajasthan after taking the syrup.
Cases of illness and deaths also reported in Madhya Pradesh.
Over 20 batches of the syrup have been banned and distribution has been stopped.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the illnesses and deaths.
- Who
- Children in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
- What
- Ban on cough syrup after child deaths and illnesses
- When
- Over the past two weeks
- Where
- Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, India
- Why
- Due to child deaths and reports of illness after consuming the cough syrup
Health Concerns
Government Response
Severity of Issue
Health Concerns
Concerns regarding the health risks associated with the cough syrup and the impact of the side effects for consumers
Government Response
Actions to ban the syrup and protect consumers
- Syrup Involved
- Generic cough syrup
- Manufacturer
- Kayson Pharma
- Batches Banned
- 20+
- Children Affected
- Multiple, including fatalities
- Symptoms Reported
- Breathing issues, drowsiness, high fever, difficulty urinating
- Action Taken
- Ban, recall, investigation
- Location
- Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, India
