The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has mandated that all types of syrups, including cough syrups, can no longer be sold without a doctor's prescription. By amending the Drugs Rules 1945, the government removed 'syrups' from Schedule K, ending their status as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. This decision follows tragic incidents of child deaths in states like Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan linked to cough syrup consumption. Medical store owners must now verify valid prescriptions before sales, or face legal action, aiming to prevent self-medication and ensure patient safety. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/government-major-decision-on-medicine-sales-mandates-prescription-for-syrup-12043773 #creator program