Cough medicines containing pholcodine have been recalled

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2023-03-01

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Anaesthetists are welcoming the recall of dozens of cough medicines by the Therapeutic Goods Administration due to a potentially life-threatening ingredient. There are more than 50 over the counter cough medicines containing the chemical pholcodine which can cause deadly allergic reactions in people under general anaesthetic.

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