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Health Ministry Bans OTC Cough Syrups — But Can It Actually Be Enforced?
The Hindu·Wednesday, 17 June 2026
India's Health Ministry has issued a directive restricting the over-the-counter sale of cough syrups. Questions are now being raised about whether this can be enforced, especially in smaller towns and localities.
Why It Matters
Millions of Indians buy cough syrups without a prescription — this rule, if enforced, would change how people access common medicines.
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