Tylenol

Tylenol is the brand name of acetaminophen, an over-the-counter painkiller and fever reducer.

ADHD & Autism

No credible tie between Tylenol use and autism/ADHD, huge study finds

Despite high-profile advice to avoid Tylenol when pregnant and a potential warning-label change, a comprehensive umbrella study of reviews has found no credible link between acetaminophen and autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Alzheimer's & Dementia

Common medicines linked to 12% drop in dementia risk

Long-term use of over-the-counter pain medication may reduce the risk of developing dementia. It's not the first time these drugs have been linked to preserving cognitive function, hinting at the importance of reducing inflammation for brain health.
Body and Mind

Common painkiller doubles ADHD cases when taken during pregnancy

A decade-spanning study has revealed a troubling side effect when pregnant women take a common painkiller during their pregnancies. The effect of the over-the-counter drug was significantly stronger in female offspring than males.