Punjab bans substandard cough syrups & medicines

LAHORE: The Punjab Drug Control Authority has declared several batches of widely used medicines, including common cough syrups, substandard and ordered an immediate ban on their sale.

Citizens, retailers and hospitals are being warned to return these dangerous products as soon as possible.

An official alert from the authority lists the names and batch details of the affected medicines. One of the most dangerous is Aricof Cough Syrup, which contains excessive amounts of Diethylene Glycol, a toxic chemical, prompting an immediate recall.

Other medicines and products that have been affected include Loratadine tablets 10 mg, SafeMed 100 ml and several creams.

Authorities have warned that anyone in possession of these batches should return them without delay.

Hospitals are witnessing a sharp increase in cases of cold, cough, dengue and malaria, raising serious public health concerns. Health experts are urging citizens to take immediate precautions: avoid shaking hands, maintain distance, wear masks, and boost immunity through a healthy diet.