Acetaminophen has been available since the 1950s and in everyone’s medicine cabinet for so long that some of us treat it as a part of a food group. Now, surprisingly, it’s in the news. Much has ...

Most households have a stash of painkillers tucked away for surprise headaches or stubborn cramps. But some may not realize that all painkillers are not created equal, and they don’t all treat the ...

Acetaminophen is one of the most widely used medications in the United States. It can also be found in other medications for cough and cold, sleep, and pain. It’s important that you limit how much ...

Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or the brand name Tylenol, may come with added health risks, according to a new study. The drug, which is commonly used as a painkiller or an ingredient in ...

Taking acetaminophen during pregnancy has been associated with an increased risk of autism, and ADHD in children in some research. A new study suggests that it is not acetaminophen that is linked to ...

This May, Indiana University researchers Michaela Dvorakova and Alex Straiker published their findings in Cell Reports Medicine. Dvorakova said their findings are surprising because acetaminophen may ...

The most common over-the-counter pain medication used during pregnancy may be linked to autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders, or ...

The White House is expected to make an announcement Monday on its efforts to identify the cause of autism and reportedly will link the neurological condition to acetaminophen, the common ...

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