Drug regulator drafts guidelines on high-risk solvents after tainted syrup deaths in kids

India's drug regulator is creating new rules for dangerous solvents in children's medicines. This follows tragic deaths linked to contaminated cough syrups. Experts found these solvents can contain toxic impurities. The regulator is consulting with companies to assess current practices and explore safer alternatives. This action is vital after several children died from Indian-made cough syrups.