09/23/2025
While some pain regardless of pregnancy may occur throughout life, taking acetaminophen can provide temporary relief when used as directed. As always, finding the root cause of one’s pain should be a priority. However, patients should not fear acetaminophen use in pregnancy with appropriate use. If you have questions or concerns, make sure to discuss these thoughts with your care provider.
ACOG reaffirms the safety and benefits of acetaminophen use during pregnancy.
More than two decades of research have found no causal link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability in children. Acetaminophen continues to be an important and safe option for managing pain and fever in pregnancy—conditions that can pose serious risks to pregnant patients and their fetuses if left untreated. Learn more about acetaminophen use during pregnancy: https://bit.ly/4mqIzWr