Parents of children who visited the Primary Health Centre at Puthucode, near Vadakkenchery, in Palakkad district of Keralam, were alarmed to find their children had allegedly been given paracetamol syrup that was already past its expiration date at the Primary Health Centre.
After spotting the expired bottles, they filed complaints, seven so far, though it is still unclear how many children actually received the medicine.
Puthucode PHC recalls syrup amid probe
The health center replaced the expired bottles with fresh stock and started an investigation led by the district medical officer.
Officials admitted it was a mistake and are now recalling any leftover bottles.
DYFI workers staged a protest, accusing the health staff of negligence and demanding action against those responsible.