Large Study Finds No Link Between Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

A study involving over 2.4 million children in Sweden refutes previous claims, confirming the safety of acetaminophen for pregnant individuals.

A comprehensive study involving over 2.4 million Swedish children found no link between prenatal acetaminophen use and increased risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability.
The study utilized a sibling comparison method to control for familial and environmental factors, revealing no increased risk among siblings exposed to acetaminophen prenatally.
Recent research and statements suggesting an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders from prenatal acetaminophen use were refuted by these findings.
Acetaminophen is considered safe for use during pregnancy by the US FDA and European Medicines Agency, despite previous controversies.
The study highlights the importance of consulting healthcare providers about medication use during pregnancy.