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TGA stresses safety of paracetamol in pregnancy as Australia seeks urgent advice on autism link
['Jennifer Bechwati', 'National Health Editor', 'Digital Staff']
7NEWS
The federal government is seeking urgent advice after US officials flagged a potential link between paracetamol taken during pregnancy and autism in children.
Donald Trump, alongside his health secretary, is expected to warn women against using paracetamol during pregnancy, citing a possible link with an increased risk of autism in children.
US President Donald Trump is expected to warn women against the use of paracetamol during pregnancy.
“Paracetamol remains Pregnancy Category A in Australia, meaning that it is considered safe for use in pregnancy,” a spokesperson said.
“The TGA has no current active safety investigations for paracetamol and autism, or paracetamol and neurodevelopmental disorders more broadly.
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