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Acetaminophen is a recommended treatment for fever and pain during pregnancy

· Published by Health Canada · Official notice

Details

Alert type: Public advisory
Category: Health products - Drugs
Product: Acetaminophen
Issue: Health products - Product safety
What to do: Use acetaminophen as directed. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your health care provider if you have questions about the use of any medications.
Distribution: National, Online
Audience: General public, Children, pregnant or breast feeding women
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Issue

Health Canada currently maintains that there is no conclusive evidence that using acetaminophen as directed during pregnancy causes autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. Acetaminophen is commonly used to relieve pain and reduce fever. It has been used safely by millions of Canadians for decades, including during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Acetaminophen is a recommended treatment of pain or fever in pregnancy when used as directed. It should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration needed. Untreated fever and pain in pregnant women can pose risks to the unborn child.