Cough syrup deaths: All you need to know about the case so far
- Posted on October 7, 2025
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Cough syrup deaths: All you need to know about the case so far

A cough syrup named Coldrif has been linked to the deaths of 15 children. The syrup contained a toxic industrial solvent. Standard treatments failed until Fomepizole, a drug used for hooch poisoning, was administered. This drug is now being used as an antidote. Several states have banned the syrup. A criminal case has been registered against the manufacturer.