Telangana Drug Control Administration Halts Almont-Kid Syrup Due to Ethylene Glycol Contamination
The Telangana Drug Control Administration (DCA) has issued a stop-use notice for Almont-Kid Syrup, a medication for children's allergy symptoms, after testing revealed contamination with toxic ethylene glycol (EG). The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) confirmed the presence of the toxin in a specific batch (AL-24002) manufactured by Tridus Remedies in Bihar. Ethylene glycol is a dangerous industrial solvent that can cause severe health issues or death if ingested. The DCA has directed all healthcare providers and retailers to freeze stocks and advised the public to immediately stop using the product to prevent further health risks.
Key Points
- Almont-Kid Syrup was found contaminated with ethylene glycol, a toxic chemical often used in industrial applications like antifreeze.
- The contamination was identified by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), East Zone, Kolkata.
- The affected batch (AL-24002) was manufactured by Tridus Remedies based in Vaishali, Bihar, with a manufacturing date of January 2025.
- The Telangana DCA has issued a 'stop-use' notice and directed all retailers and hospitals to freeze existing stocks of the product.
Exam Facts
- Contaminant: Ethylene glycol (EG).
- Regulatory bodies: Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and State Drug Control Administration (DCA).
- Batch Number: AL-24002.
- Manufacturer: Tridus Remedies, Bihar.
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