If you used Tylenol or generic acetaminophen while pregnant and your child was subsequently diagnosed with autism or ADHD.
Studies show, using acetaminophen products, the most popular of which is Tylenol, while pregnant can increase a child’s risk of developing neurological disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and cerebral palsy, among others. As a result, many leading law firms are filing cases on behalf of victims and their families.
Start Your Case Now →an analgesic drug used to relieve mild or chronic pain and to reduce fever, often as an alternative to aspirin. Proprietary names include Tylenol. Acetaminophen is the most common pain reliever used to manage pain during pregnancy.
The basis for these new acetaminophen lawsuits is new scientific research suggesting the use of the popular pain-killer Tylenol (or generic acetaminophen) during pregnancy may increase the risk of having a baby with autism. This new evidence linking Tylenol to autism has led to a growing number of product liability lawsuits against manufacturers and retailers by parents of children with autism and other neurological disorders.
In 2021, 91 American and European scientists (drafted by 13 and signed by an additional 78) were alarmed enough about the data illustrating a consistent association between acetaminophen and autism or ADHD, they signed a consensus statement urging pregnant women to minimize their use of acetaminophen during pregnancy.
If your baby developed Autism or another neurological issue after in utero exposure to acetaminophen, an experienced attorney can help. They will spend time researching your situation and developing your complaint. An attorney with experience on this subject knows all of the intricacies involved when handling these types of cases which ultimately makes them more qualified than someone else may be for tackling your civil suit against the large corporations that manufactured and sold acetaminophen including Tylenol.
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