October 20, 2022
1 min read

Indonesia bans liquid medicines after kids’ death

Recently, about 70 children in Gambia died from acute kidney injury, which were allegedly related to content in four Indian-made cough syrups….reports Asian Lite News

Indonesia has temporarily suspended the circulation of all liquid medicines after 99 children died of acute kidney injury, while 206 cases were detected in 20 provinces, the Health Ministry said

“The number of cases has increased in children since late August, especially those aged less than six years. Some cases are accompanied by symptoms such as diarrhoea, coughing, nausea, or vomiting,” Ministry spokesman Mohammad Syahril told reporters here on Wednesday.

The spokesman emphasised that the cases were not related to Covid-19 vaccines, reports Xinhua news agency.

Recently, about 70 children in Gambia died from acute kidney injury, which were allegedly related to the diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol content in four Indian-made cough syrups.

But Indonesia’s food and drug regulatory agency BPOM confirmed these drugs were not registered in the country.

The authorities said an investigation is underway.

ALSO READ: UAE, Indonesian parliaments discuss cooperation

Previous Story

CPI-M veteran VS@99

Next Story

Xi eyes surpassing Mao?

Previous Story

CPI-M veteran VS@99

Next Story

Xi eyes surpassing Mao?

Latest from -Top News

Tibet’s Fate offers Warning as China Targets Taiwan

The international community must remember Tibet’s failure to heed an early warning about China’s intentions as Beijing continues to assert its ambitions elsewhere, particularly towards Taiwan, a report has said. Gyalo Thondup,

Uyghur Group Urges Rubio to Challenge China

The latest appeal places the protection of Uyghurs abroad on the agenda ahead of Rubio’s planned Central Asian visit…reports Asian Lite News Desk The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has called on US

US takes 200 firms into Russia-China backyard

Washington hopes to connect American businesses with companies and governments across the region, creating opportunities for investment and closer economic ties….reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States is taking more than

Trump Doubles Down on Iran War

US president predicts swift end to war and promises lower petrol prices, while Iran demands an end to hostilities on all fronts and accuses Washington and Israel of violating a diplomatic understanding…reports
Go toTop

Don't Miss

India, Indonesia to hold joint naval drill in Jakarta

The sea phase held from May 17 to 19, 2023

Budget friendly must-visit countries for Indian globetrotters

Bali, an island in Indonesia, is a popular destination on