Is there any harm in advising pregnant women not to take Tylenol?
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Is there any harm in advising pregnant women not to take Tylenol?
Recent headlines warned pregnant women, “Don’t take Tylenol.” But what does the science really say? In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie — an obstetrician who delivered 5,000 babies — unpacks the FDA’s statement, the studies on acetaminophen and pregnancy, and the difference between correlation and causation. Learn what the evidence shows (and what it doesn’t), why context matters, and how to balance risks without adding fear or guilt.Links:
Swedish study in JAMA
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