- By Deeksha Gour
- Sat, 10 Jan 2026 06:38 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Telangana News: The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) has asked the public to immediately stop using Almont-Kid Syrup, a medicine commonly prescribed for children suffering from allergies, hay fever and asthma. The warning was issued after the syrup was allegedly found to be contaminated with Ethylene Glycol (EG), a highly toxic chemical.
In an official advisory released on Saturday, the state regulator said it had received an alert from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (East Zone, Kolkata). A laboratory report flagged the syrup, which contains Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and Montelukast Sodium, as adulterated.
The DCA urged parents and caregivers to stop using the syrup immediately if they have it at home. People have been asked to report the product to the nearest Drugs Control Authority without delay. They can also directly contact the Telangana DCA through its toll-free number during working hours.
According to the advisory, the affected medicine belongs to Batch No. AL-24002 and was manufactured by Tridus Remedies in Bihar.
The drugs regulator has also instructed all Drugs Inspectors and Assistant Directors across Telangana to alert retailers, wholesalers, distributors and hospitals. Officials have been told to freeze all available stocks of the identified batch and ensure that it is neither sold nor dispensed under any circumstances.
The DCA said enforcement action is underway and the situation is being closely monitored. Citizens have been advised to remain cautious and avoid the syrup to prevent possible health risks.
Separately, the Union Health Ministry has proposed stricter rules for the sale of cough syrups across the country. Earlier this month, it released a draft amendment to the Drugs Rules, 1945, proposing the removal of the word “syrup” from Schedule K. The draft, issued under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, aims to tighten regulations and has invited public feedback within 30 days.