Cough syrups to be sold only on prescription as government tightens regulations
The Indian government has amended drug regulations to mandate doctor prescriptions for all syrup-based medicines, including cough syrups. This move removes previous exemptions and aims to increase regulatory oversight of pharmaceutical sales.
Why it matters
This regulatory change significantly impacts public health safety and the accessibility of common over-the-counter medications in India.
Cough syrups to be sold only on prescription as government tightens regulations | India News - The Times of India
The article provides a factual account of a government policy change and the reasoning behind it.
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