Contaminated Azithromycin syrup found in Gwalior hospital.

Worms Found in Government-supplied Azithromycin Syrup for Children in Gwalior | AI News Digest

Published: October 17, 2025, 8:25 p.m. Health Negative

A recent investigation has uncovered a concerning situation at a hospital in Gwalior, where worms were found in a lot of Azithromycin syrup designated for pediatric use. The syrup, supplied by government sources, has sparked significant health alarms, leading officials to suspend distribution of the contaminated batch and issue a public warning. Contaminants in medications can seriously jeopardize patient safety, especially for at-risk groups like children. This incident highlights the critical need for rigorous quality control protocols within the healthcare supply chain to avert such incidents in the future.

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