Does paracetamol increase the risk of autism in children?
For many years, the use of paracetamol during pregnancy, in babies and children has been the subject of debate in medicine and pharmacy, as it can promote autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in children. Even experts in the field disagree. A new study published in the "Children" journal has reignited the debate. Paracetamol has been the drug of choice in pregnancy and for small children for years. Pregnant women in particular often suffer from back pain or headaches and only have a few alternative painkillers to fall back on. The popular analgesic is also very often used for babies and small children, especially for fever, febrile convulsions and after vaccinations. What alternatives are there? And what risks does the medication entail?