Trump claims painkillers may be linked to autism in children
US President Donald Trump has announced his administration will direct doctors not to recommend acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, for pregnant women, claiming it may be linked to autism in children.
Mainstream medical groups have strongly pushed back against the Trump administration, saying the new recommendations are based on unsubstantiated and inconclusive research.
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration has also weighed in, re-confirming that paracetamol is safe for use in pregnancy.
Consult your doctor or medical professional for advice that is suited to your circumstances.
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