PTI
NEW DELHI: (Aug 15) Taking paracetamol during pregnancy might increase the offspring’s chances of developing neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, according to a study.
Available over-the-counter, paracetamol — also known as ‘acetaminophen’ — is considered safe for managing headache, fever, and pain during pregnancy.
Researchers, including those at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, US, analysed 46 previously published studies involving over a lakh participants across multiple countries.
