‘No evidence’ that paracetamol use during pregnancy causes autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities, meta-analysis finds

There is “no evidence” that paracetamol use during pregnancy increases the risk of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or intellectual disability among children, according to results of a review and meta-analysis. Publishing their findings in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, & Women’s Health on 16 January 2026, researchers conducted a review of 43 studies, following an announcement […]