ACOG Counters Federal Acetaminophen Concerns
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September 23, 2025
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ACOG reaffirms acetaminophen safety in pregnancy.
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Over 20 years of research support its safety.
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No causal link found with autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability.
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ACOG highlights risks of untreated maternal pain and fever.
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Concerns arise from low-quality reviews relying on self-reported data.
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Therapeutic benefits of acetaminophen outweigh theoretical concerns when used correctly.
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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has reaffirmed the safety of acetaminophen use during pregnancy amid concerns raised by the US Department of Health and Human Services regarding potential neurodevelopmental risks. ACOG president Dr. Steven J. Fleischman highlighted over 20 years of research, including significant cohort studies, demonstrating no link between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and conditions such as autism or ADHD. Despite some reviews suggesting otherwise through lower-quality evidence, ACOG insists on the medication's therapeutic necessity for managing pain and fever to prevent adverse outcomes for both the mother and fetus.
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1
ACOG reaffirms acetaminophen safety in pregnancy.
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2
Over 20 years of research support its safety.
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3
No causal link found with autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability.
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4
ACOG highlights risks of untreated maternal pain and fever.
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5
Concerns arise from low-quality reviews relying on self-reported data.
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6
Therapeutic benefits of acetaminophen outweigh theoretical concerns when used correctly.
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