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"Autism Diagnosis": Warnings About Using Tylenol During Pregnancy and New Guidelines from U.S. Health Authorities
Former U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the use of Tylenol (paracetamol/acetaminophen) during pregnancy may significantly increase the risk of autism. He clearly stated that taking Tylenol during pregnancy is not advisable, emphasizing that the potential effects require extreme caution.
Official recommendations advise women to reduce their use of Tylenol during pregnancy, except in very necessary cases, such as severe fever that is difficult to tolerate or avoid. He clarified that the decision to use the medication should always be made by a doctor, especially since fever itself can pose a significant health risk to the woman, and the decision should be based on careful medical evaluation so that it is not recommended to be taken throughout the entire pregnancy.
Experts also emphasized not to give children Tylenol repeatedly after birth, especially when they receive injections, and advised pregnant women to consult their doctors about limiting the use of this medication during pregnancy, avoiding its use as much as possible.
In this context, U.S. Secretary of Health, Robert Kennedy, announced important findings related to studies on autism. He explained that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will take action regarding acetaminophen (the scientific name for Tylenol) due to research suggesting a possible link between its use during pregnancy and the development of neurodevelopmental disorders, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and autism.
Studies indicate that prenatal exposure to acetaminophen could lead to changes in brain development, although other research has not found a clear relationship. The FDA has decided to issue a warning to doctors about the risks of using acetaminophen during pregnancy, along with updating the drug’s safety labels.
The Department of Health and Human Services will also launch a national awareness campaign aimed at protecting family health, recognizing that acetaminophen is often the only option for treating fever and pain during pregnancy, as it offers fewer side effects compared to other medications.
In conclusion, the recommendations stress that doctors should exercise maximum caution when prescribing Tylenol to pregnant women, ensuring it is used at the lowest effective dose, for the shortest necessary duration, only when urgently needed, and with thorough consultation with a healthcare professional.
