Abbott Healthcare (ABT) under regulatory scrutiny in India amid an investigation into cough syrup abuse

Abbott Healthcare is facing regulatory scrutiny in India due to an investigation into the abuse of its cough syrup.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 23 Jan 2026, 12:00 UTCOn the live feed at 11:40 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This could impact the company’s reputation and potentially lead to financial ramifications, especially if it results in significant fines or operational restrictions. Keeping an eye on how this situation develops will be crucial, as it may affect investor sentiment toward the stock and the broader health care sector.

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