Cough syrup controversy: Recently, cases of death of children have been reported in India’s Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and other states by drinking cold cuff syrup. As of 6 October 2025, at least 16 children have been confirmed in Chhindwara and Betul in Madhya Pradesh, while 4 other deaths have been recorded in Rajasthan. The main cause of these deaths is being described in the cuff syrup.

What is Deg and why is it mixed with phlegm syrup?

Diathylene glycol is an industrial solvent, used in antifreeze, brake fluid and paint industry. It is very dangerous for humans, but due to being cheap and easily available, some manufacturers mix it in the medicine. Generally, propylene glycol is used in making cuff syrup, which is a safe solvent – but it is expensive. The manufacturers mix the cheap greed. After the cases of death of children, when this medicine was examined in the lab, it was found that the quantity of DEG in it was 48.6 percent.

How does a bad effect on the body?

DEG has a very bad effect on the kidney and liver health by accumulating in the body. This increases the chances of liver and kidney failure. This shows many types of symptoms in children, such as-

-Bulty and diarrhea

-The fall or stop

-Difficulty in taking bronze

-Them and unconsciousness

– Kidney failure and death

Parents take these precautions

Children should avoid giving them phlegm syrup when coughing colds. Adopting home remedies to cure cough can prove beneficial for you. During this, feed the child with hot tasting things. Give them warm milk and give them more and more steam.

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