The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's recent advisory against administering cough syrups to children under two is a milestone in India's changing healthcare history.
It marks a shift in pediatric care, emphasizing awareness, accountability, and informed choices.
The Ministry's advisory is a warning note on the need for change in the terrain of pediatric care.
For years, cough syrups were a common solution for children's coughs and colds in Indian homes.
Author's summary: India's healthcare is changing with new pediatric medication awareness.