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Can pregnant women have tylenol?

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Healthcare providers consider acetaminophen (Tylenol) the safest over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer to take when you're pregnant. Acetaminophen has been widely used for decades, and extensive research shows that it's safe to take during pregnancy. read more

If you have fever during pregnancy, you may also use Tylenol in the same dosage as above, up to 2 tablets or 650 mg every 4 hours. You should pay particular attention to the label on any over-the-counter medicines. read more

Other types of pain relievers—such as ibuprofen (a.k.a. Motrin or Advil) and naproxen (a.k.a. Aleve)—can trigger a decrease in amniotic fluid levels in third trimester (which means less cushioning for baby and more pressure on its lifeline, the umbilical cord), says Dr. Park. Advil may also make a certain vessel in the baby's heart close prematurely and cause developmental issues in later stages of pregnancy. read more

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