The scientific community is expressing confusion and overwhelming criticism following President Donald Trump and his administration's claim on Monday that acetaminophen — the active ingredient in Tylenol — is linked to autism.

The Food and Drug Administration said it is advising doctors to limit its use during pregnancy, despite countless medical organizations maintaining that the medication is safe for pregnant women.

Many of those same medical organizations have warned that potential risks of not addressing fevers with acetaminophen properly may lead to heart and facial defects in babies, as well as preterm labor.

The White House and FDA are focusing on that suggests prenatal exposure to acetaminophen may increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism and ADHD. Ho

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