Best Cough Syrup : WHO has called this cough medicine in India ‘poison’, 6 Ayurvedic remedies will be a panacea for cough

WHO Warns Against India Syrup : The problem of cough and sputum is increasing day by day due to changing environment. In such a situation, a cough medicine in India is said to be poisonous. So try these 6 home remedies.

Best Cough Syrup : WHO has called this cough medicine in India ‘poison’, 6 Ayurvedic remedies will be a panacea for cough.

A cough is a common problem but if left untreated, it can become serious and cause you more pain. Be careful if you use any cough syrup to treat cough. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about Cold Out, a cough syrup made in India. This medicine is of low quality and is said to be poisonous. It was used in Iraq. Many cough syrups manufactured in the country have been banned before.

According to a TOI report , this cough syrup manufactured by Fortes (India) Laboratories Pvt Ltd has been found to contain high levels of Diethylene Glycol (0.25%) and Ethylene Glycol (2.1%). A syrup made from a combination of paracetamol and chlorpheniramine, it is used to treat and relieve symptoms of the common cold, cough and allergies. This syrup is beyond the standards set by WHO regarding safety and quality. (Photo courtesy of iStock).

WHO alert on cough medicine