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Tragic Loss: 6-Month-Old Dies After Ingesting Ayurvedic Cough Syrup in MP
A six-month-old girl in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district tragically died after ingesting an Ayurvedic cough syrup, raising concerns about unregulated cold medicine use.
- The infant, Rohi Minote, suffered from a fever and cold before her family purchased an Ayurvedic cough syrup without medical consultation.
- After four days of worsening health, Rohi was taken to a hospital in Chhindwara district, where she unfortunately succumbed to her condition.
- Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the infants death and the safety of the syrup consumed.
Why It Matters
This tragic incident underscores the risks associated with unsupervised use of alternative medicine like Ayurveda, especially in vulnerable populations such as infants. It raises critical questions about the regulation and safety of cold medicine in India.