Study Shows Acetaminophen During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Autism, ADHD

In this study, researchers actually measured acetaminophen breakdown products in the umbilical cord blood, instead of just relying on memory.
They found that newborns exposed to the highest levels of acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, right before birth were about three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD or autism than babies exposed to the least.
It’s unclear whether the timing of acetaminophen use or why women were taking the drug during pregnancy plays a role.
This doesn’t mean that pregnant women should avoid acetaminophen all together, but as with any medication, the best advice is to talk to your doctor and take it only when necessary and at the lowest dose possible.

Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - October 31, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Health – CBS Boston Tags: Boston News Health Healthwatch Seen On WBZ-TV Syndicated CBSN Boston Syndicated Local Dr. Mallika Marshall Pregnancy Source Type: news