Study Links Paracetamol Use in Pregnancy to Autism Risk

Scientists have found a possible link between taking the pain reliever paracetamol during pregnancy and a higher chance of autism and ADHD in children.

A study looked at previous research and found that women who took paracetamol while pregnant were more likely to have children later diagnosed with these conditions.

The researchers suggest that paracetamol can cross to the baby and may affect brain development.

However, the study doesn't prove the medicine causes these problems.

Experts suggest caution, recommending that pregnant women use paracetamol only when needed, for a short time, and with a doctor's advice.

More studies are needed to know for sure.