Texas AG Paxton Takes on Tylenol Makers Over Alleged Autism Risk Concealment

Texas AG Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue, alleging that the companies concealed risks of Tylenol affecting childrens brain development linked to autism spectrum disorders.

On Tuesday, Ken Paxton, the Republican attorney general of Texas, initiated a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue over alleged concealment of Tylenols risks during pregnancy.
The lawsuit follows recent claims by Donald Trump suggesting a connection between Tylenol use during pregnancy and the development of autism spectrum disorders in children, although this link remains unproven.
The lawsuit targets the active ingredient in Tylenol, paracetamol, which has been used for decades and raises concerns about its impact on brain development in children.

Why It Matters

This lawsuit could have significant implications for public health, particularly regarding the safety of medications during pregnancy. It also reflects the growing scrutiny over pharmaceutical companies responsibilities in disclosing potential health risks.