President Trump declared this week that Tylenol is “no good” for pregnant women — unless they have an extremely high fever — because it can increase the baby’s chance of developing autism .
He suggested mothers “tough it out” if they are in pain.
“Don’t take Tylenol. Don’t take it. Fight like hell not to take it,” Trump said Monday as the Food and Drug Administration initiated a Tylenol label change to warn about a possible link between prenatal exposure and an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD. 5
Trump’s comments triggered swift backlash within the medical community, and pregnant women were left wondering what they should take if they feel ill.
Acetaminophen — an over-the-counter medication sold under the brand name Tylenol — is used to reli