Indonesian Court Orders Compensation for Families of Toxic Cough Syrup Victims

Two companies found liable for distributing contaminated medicine that killed over 200 children and caused severe injuries to many others.

Afi Farma and CV Samudera Chemical must pay up to 60 million rupiah per affected family.
The toxic syrup contained dangerously high levels of ethylene glycol, a chemical used in antifreeze.
Parents initially sought much higher compensation amounts, reflecting the severe impact on their lives.
The court cleared the Health Ministry and the food and drug agency of any wrongdoing.
The companies are considering further legal action against the ruling.