Expectant mothers ‘should not be Âconcerned by drug’s use during pregnancy’

The meta-analysis found no evidence of a link. Stock image: Getty
Women in Ireland can be reassured that there is no link between taking paracetamol in pregnancy and increased risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in their children, Irish experts said yesterday.
They were commenting after the conclusion was reached in a new systematic review and meta-analysis in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Women’s Health.