Shopian Police, Drug Control Department conduct joint inspection to enforce ban on unsafe cough syrup

Shopian, Oct 15: Acting upon the recent advisory issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Drug and Food Control Organisation (DFCO) regarding the ban on several pediatric cough syrups declared “Not of Standard Quality,” the Shopian Police in coordination with the Drug Control Department carried out extensive inspections of medical shops and pharmacies across the district.

The enforcement drive was aimed at ensuring full compliance with the DFCO directive, which banned the sale and distribution of ColdRif Syrup, RespiFresh-TR Syrup, and Relif Syrup after these medicines were found to contain Diethylene Glycol (DEG) impurities beyond permissible safety limits.

During the inspection, officials confirmed that no banned syrups were found in any of the medical shops checked. Pharmacists were sensitized about the DFCO’s directions and were advised to strictly adhere to all health and safety regulations while maintaining transparency in their supply chains.

Authorities also urged chemists to remain vigilant and report any suspicious consignments or unverified pharmaceutical products being circulated in the market.

A police spokesperson said that Shopian Police remains committed to safeguarding public health and will continue to conduct such joint drives with civil and enforcement agencies to ensure that unsafe or substandard drugs do not reach consumers.

The inspection teams reiterated that violators found stocking or selling banned medicines will face strict legal action under the relevant provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. [KNT]