Pregnant women told 'strong evidence' shows paracetamol is safe amid Trump autism claimsThe US president sparked concern by suggesting paracetamol is potentially behind a "meteoric rise" in autism cases. View 3 Images Trump said his administration was linking acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, to autism and urging pregnant women to largely avoid the medication. ‌He said the medication should not be taken during pregnancy, suggesting instead that pregnant women should "tough it out". She added: "Paracetamol remains the recommended pain relief option for pregnant women when used as directed." ‌Meanwhile, pregnant women were urged not to pay "any attention whatsoever" to Trump by UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting.