What does the evidence say about the use of paracetamol during pregnancy?
Abstract
Paracetamol remains the recommended choice for managing pain and fever during pregnancy due to its safety profile, with current evidence not supporting a causal link to neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Pregnancy and Medication Impact
Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 13 January 2026