Cough syrup linked to children's death: Paediatrician warns against over-the-counter misuse

The recent death of a 5-year-old child who drank cough syrup sold free has set alarm bells ringing about the hazard posed by over-the-counter medicines to children. Though parents frequently view syrups as a quick fix for cough, experts say that misuse can be far more dangerous than the common cold in some cases — and occasionally fatal.