Who is responsible for the cough syrup deaths?
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Sirison Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of the contaminated cough syrup Coldrif, and Dr. Praveen Soni, who prescribed it, are under investigation for the deaths. The local health ministry confirmed the syrup contained dangerous levels of diethylene glycol.
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Outrage in India after contaminated cough syrup kills 14 children
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- At least 14 children in Madhya Pradesh died after consuming contaminated cough syrup. 6s
- The syrup, Coldrif, was found to contain dangerous levels of diethylene glycol. 1m 3s
- The medicine was sold in Madhya Pradesh despite being banned in other states. 55s
- Authorities are investigating the prescribing doctor and the manufacturer, Sirison Pharmaceuticals. 1m 23s
- The incident has led to public outrage and calls for greater accountability in drug regulation. 1m 34s
