The Trump administration is expected to announce on Monday that the use of Tylenol (paracetamol or acetaminophen) during pregnancy is linked to a risk of autism, according to a report by the Washington Post. This move contradicts established medical guidelines in multiple countries, which deem the over-the-counter painkiller safe for pregnant women.
President Donald Trump teased the announcement during a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sunday, telling the crowd, “I think we found an answer to autism.” On Saturday, he described the planned announcement as “one of the most important things that we will do.” Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has previously claimed that the US is experiencing an “autism epidemic” driven by “environmental toxins.”
Medical experts and guidelines from health authorities in the UK, US, and other nations continue to recommend paracetamol as a safe option for pain relief during pregnancy, when used as directed. The Trump administration’s position appears to be at odds with this consensus, raising concerns among healthcare professionals.
