India mandates warnings: cold/allergy medicines unsafe for children under 4
India
India's health ministry just made it official: cold and allergy medicines with chlorpheniramine maleate and phenylephrine hydrochloride now have to carry a clear warning: they're not safe for children under four.
This move, announced in August 2026, builds on earlier restrictions from recent years and aims to keep young kids safer.
Experts say children process medicines differently
Experts say little kids process medicines differently, making them more prone to side effects or accidental overdoses.
The government's committee flagged these risks, echoing warnings from the US Food and Drug Administration about similar drugs for young children.
The new rule highlights a shift toward safer options and careful use of medicines for this age group.