On September 22, 2025, President Donald Trump released a statement suggesting that Tylenol was linked to an increased risk of autism when used by pregnant mothers. He urged pregnant women to stop taking the drug. “Don’t take Tylenol,” Trump said. “Fight like hell not to take it.” On the same day, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initiated a label change for Tylenol that would recognize the increased risks of taking the drug while pregnant. It “may be associated with an increased risk of neurological conditions such as autism and ADHD in children.”
Since the administration made these statements, people have been reeling. Some moms have been feeling bad about taking Tylenol when they were pregnant, despite being told it was safe. When your spouse tells you she took Tylenol (acetaminophen) while pregnant, your heart may skip a beat. You immediately imagine worst-case scenarios—autism, developmental harm, lifelong consequences. But before panic sets in, it helps to understand what medical experts currently believe about Tylenol and pregnancy.
