US EditionNo evidence that Tylenol causes autism, say Health Canada, World Health Organization
Health Canada and the World Health Organization state that extensive research including large-scale studies found no consistent link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism.
- On Wednesday, Health Canada and the World Health Organization said there is no evidence that taking Tylenol during pregnancy causes autism, noting extensive research has found no consistent association.
- In response to a presidential claim, Health Canada said its guidance rests on robust evidence assessments and would update drug labels and inform health-care providers if new risks emerged.
- Dr. Evdokia Anagnostou said acetaminophen is the safest option for treating fever and pain during pregnancy, adding that evidence linking it to autism is very weak.
- Health Canada advises pregnant people to take the lowest effective dose for the shortest time possible, as untreated fever and pain can pose risks to the unborn child.
- Researchers say autism spectrum disorder has no single cause and involves a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors.
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Health Canada has issued a public notice to recall that there is no evidence to link the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy with autism.
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