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Key Points

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Ban applies to all formulations with the two ingredients for under‑four children.

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Mandatory warning label required on packaging and promotional material.

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Decision aims to protect public health based on expert advice.

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Summary

All products must display a warning that they must not be used in this age group.

The restriction follows recommendations from an expert committee and the Drugs Technical Advisory Board.

Safer alternative medicines are available for young children.

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New Words to Learn

8 words
fixed‑dose combination
two different medicines combined in a single pill or syrup
chlorpheniramine maleate
a medicine that reduces sneezing and a runny nose
phenylephrine hydrochloride
a medicine that helps open a blocked nose
manufacture
to make or produce something
distribution
the process of sending products to stores and pharmacies
expert committee
a group of specialists who study and give advice on a topic
Drugs Technical Advisory Board
a panel of professionals who review medicine safety
public health
the health of all people in a community
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