DGHS issues warning against Dextromethorphan cough syrup for children
In a major setback to Omega Pharmaceuticals, the Director General of Health Services (DGHS), the Union Health Ministry, has asked its counterpart in Delhi government to issue a notice to all dispensaries and Mohalla clinics to stop the prescription of the cough suppressant Dextromethorphan to children who are less than four years of age.
The DGHS has also suggested withdrawing the drug manufactured by Omega Pharma in public interest.
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Do Not Prescribe Dextromethorphan For Kids Less Than 4 Years Of Age: DGHS
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