It was Supposed to be Safe
Taking Tylenol (Acetaminophen) while pregnant was supposed to be safe. Now, evidence shows that it may put a developing fetus at a greater risk of being diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder as a child. Studies from scientists, doctors, and health agencies all over the world indicate that Tylenol use may contribute to the onset of disorders and symptoms such as:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Language Delays
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Other developmental disorders
Choosing Profits Over Babies' Safety
The medicine was first sold in 1955 as Tylenol Elixir for Children. Today, millions of American adults and children use the medicine every week for common ailments like head and body aches, colds, and fevers. About 52 million consumers in the U.S. use products containing Tylenol each week. Some evidence of the risk to unborn babies goes back more than 25 years.
Johnson & Johnson, the maker of Tylenol, earned $93.8 Billion last year.
Get the Compensation you Deserve
Autism and ADHD affect every individual and every family differently. While many of those diagnosed will live enriching and fulfilling independent lives, others will require a lifetime of care and support. Some may never be able to support themselves economically or ever leave home, requiring a parent to forgo their career or pay for expensive care at home. You should be compensated for this.