How to Stay Safe from Harmful Cough Syrups: A Wake-Up Call for ENT Patients and Practitioners in Odisha Recent events in Odisha have sparked concern across the healthcare community and beyond. The seizure of counterfeit cough syrups in key regions such as Bhubaneswar and Cuttack has raised red flags for patients, caregivers, and medical professionals—especially ENT specialists. This blog explores the implications of the crisis, lessons for medical students, and why ENT consultation is critical before relying on over-the-counter medication. 1. What Went Wrong: Understanding the Cough Syrup Crisis in Odisha Over the last few weeks, state drug authorities seized large quantities of counterfeit and unlicensed cough syrups during coordinated raids in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. These syrups, often labelled under fake pharmaceutical names, pose serious threats to public health. For ENT patients, the misuse of such syrups can mask serious underlying issues . Many individuals suf...