Acetaminophen has been widely regarded as a safe medication for women to use during pregnancy. New research suggests a correlation between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and an increased risk for neural deficiencies such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. This literature review aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of ADHD and to gain insight into the correlation between ADHD and acetaminophen use during pregnancy.
Acetaminophen has been widely regarded as a safe medication for women to use during pregnancy. New research suggests a correlation between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and an increased risk for neural deficiencies such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. This literature review aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of ADHD and to gain insight into the correlation between ADHD and acetaminophen use during pregnancy.