26/09/2025
Conclusion on this claim:
• The claim is overstated: current science does not support an absolute prohibition of acetaminophen in pregnancy.
• A more cautious approach—that pregnant people use it only when necessary, at the lowest effective dose, and under the guidance of a physician—is consistent with evolving recommendations and regulatory review.
• But saying “DON’T USE … unless absolutely necessary” as a blanket rule is not aligned with established clinical practice, which already treats acetaminophen as the first-line option for pregnant women needing fever or pain relief.