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Gambian lawmakers urged compensation for the families of 70 children who have died after taking a contaminated cough syrup allegedly imported from India. The World Health Organization (WHO) issued an alarm stating that about 66 deaths would have been caused by acute damage to kidneys because of the consumption of the syrup.
Gambian lawmakers urged compensation for the families of 70 children who have died after taking a contaminated cough syrup allegedly imported from India. The World Health Organization (WHO) issued an alarm stating that about 66 deaths would have been caused by acute damage to the kidney because of the consumption of the syrup. Assembly Minority Leader Alhagie S. Darbo said the government’s investigation should also cover the culpability of the suspected importers and pharmacies linked to contaminated drugs.
Lawmakers adopted a motion saying that the government enquiry should further review the laws and regulations governing drug importation and licensing. Compensation for families is a major plank of the demand by the legislators.
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The WHO’s alert said four cough and cold syrups produced by Maiden Pharmaceuticals Limited in India have been potentially linked to acute kidney injuries in children. WHO is pursuing an inquiry about the company with the help of regulatory authorities in India.
