Major review finds no autism or ADHD risk from pregnancy Tylenol

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• Share: Facebook Pinterest LinkedIN Email FULL STORY After reviewing data from hundreds of thousands of children, scientists found no evidence that taking Tylenol during pregnancy increases the risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability.
• Credit: Shutterstock Taking acetaminophen, commonly known by the brand name Tylenol, during pregnancy does not raise the risk of autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or intellectual disability in children.
• This conclusion comes from the most comprehensive review of the evidence so far, published on January 16 in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Women's Health.
• The study was led by researchers at City St George's, University of London.
• The research team carried out a systematic review and meta-analysis drawing on results from 43 previously published studies.