SAHPRA recalls Benylin paediatric syrup with toxic, fatal compound

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority is recalling a batch of Benylin paediatric syrup as it probes possible high levels of toxic compound, diethylene glycol. regarding detecting high levels of diethylene glycol in a batch of Benylin paediatric syrup.After being alerted, SAHPRA immediately contacted the South African manufacturer, Kenvue , for a response.

Benylin paediatric presents a clear, bright red syrup with a raspberry odour and taste, packed in amber glass bottles containing 100 ml with a plastic measuring cup. Semete-Makokotlela said batch recalls are batch-specific and do not necessarily apply to other batches/similar products.

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