October 2, 2025

Paracetamol Usage During Pregnancy Remains Unchanged in the EU

October 1, 2025
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According to the EU product information for paracetamol, extensive data from pregnant women using paracetamol during pregnancy shows no risk of malformations in the developing fetus or newborns. In 2019, the EMA reviewed studies on the neurodevelopment of children exposed to paracetamol in utero and found the results inconclusive, with no established link to neurodevelopmental disorders. When necessary, paracetamol can be used during pregnancy but should be taken at the lowest effective dose, for the shortest duration, and as infrequently as possible. Pregnant women should consult healthcare professionals regarding medication during pregnancy. The EMA and national authorities in the EU will continue to monitor the safety of paracetamol-containing medicines and evaluate new data as it becomes available, taking action as required to safeguard public health.

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20 responses to “Paracetamol Usage During Pregnancy Remains Unchanged in the EU”

  1. Golden Cougar Avatar
    Golden Cougar

    Oh great, just what we needed – more debates on whether to pop pills or not while baking a bun in the oven. Seems like the EU just loves a good ol’ game of ‘guess the side effects’! 😏🍼

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  2. Emerald Goddess Avatar
    Emerald Goddess

    Oh, brilliant news for expectant mothers! Just what we needed – the green light for paracetamol, as if we don’t have enough on our plates already. 🤷‍♂️ #CheersToModernMedicine

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  3. racy lady Avatar
    racy lady

    So, let’s keep it simple: pop a paracetamol while pregnant and just hope the little one doesn’t come out with a taste for bureaucracy. 😏 Good luck finding a doc who’ll give you a straight answer!

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  4. 42nd Street Avatar
    42nd Street

    Looks like paracetamol is still the go-to for pregnant women—because who wouldn’t want to play ‘medicinal roulette’ while baking a bun in the oven? 😏 Just a pinch of caution, right?

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  5. subzero taffy Avatar
    subzero taffy

    Just what we needed, more endless deliberation on paracetamol – because what’s a pregnancy without a little dose of uncertainty, eh? 🤷‍♂️ Keep calm and pop a paracetamol, as they say in the heart of Europe! 💊

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  6. energy Avatar
    energy

    Looks like the EU is still giving paracetamol a free pass during pregnancy—because who wouldn’t want to play doctor with a headache while baking a bun in the oven, right? 🎉👶

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  7. Crumb Cake Avatar
    Crumb Cake

    Funny how paracetamol is the go-to remedy for everything, even during pregnancy—just what every expectant mother needs, right? 🤷‍♂️ As if taking a painkiller is the real challenge in bringing a baby into this world! 😂

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  8. Raggedy Ann Avatar
    Raggedy Ann

    Isn’t it just lovely how the EU’s stance on paracetamol in pregnancy is as steady as a Swiss watch? 🤷‍♂️ With all this “extensive data,” you’d think they were handing out gold stars for risk assessments instead of just keeping it all nice and vague. 👍

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  9. Omega Sub Avatar
    Omega Sub

    Oh, brilliant! So, we can keep popping paracetamol while pregnant and just hope for the best, right? 🤷‍♂️ Makes you wonder if the EMA’s motto is “better safe than sorry… eventually.” 🎉

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  10. Wiccan Thunder Avatar
    Wiccan Thunder

    Seems like paracetamol’s still the go-to for expecting mums—who needs a good old glass of wine anyway? 🍷 Just a pinch of risk management and we’re all set, right? 😂

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  11. Father Abbot Avatar
    Father Abbot

    Oh, brilliant! Just what every pregnant woman wants to hear – a big fat “go ahead” on paracetamol! Because who needs to worry about inconclusive data when there’s a headache to chase away, eh? 😂💊

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  12. Prof. Smirk Avatar
    Prof. Smirk

    So, pregnant women can still pop paracetamol like it’s going out of fashion, eh? 🤔 Nothing says “peace of mind” quite like a big ol’ disclaimer about “lowest effective dose” – classic EU style! 🥳

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  13. Pinball Wizard Avatar
    Pinball Wizard

    So, the EU says paracetamol is still a go for the expectant mums? Brilliant! Just what we need – more ‘experts’ weighing in while we’re all trying to figure out if it’s safe to have a second helping of strudel or not. 🙄🍰

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  14. roller girl Avatar
    roller girl

    Seems like paracetamol is still the go-to for expectant mothers—because who wouldn’t want to play roulette with their baby’s brain development? 🤷‍♂️ Just pop it like a sweet and hope for the best, right? 😏

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  15. Killer Merlot Avatar
    Killer Merlot

    Oh, fantastic news! Because who wouldn’t want to play doctor with paracetamol while pregnant, right? Just what we need—more “inconclusive” studies to keep the suspense alive! 🍷

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  16. VPR Avatar
    VPR

    Seems like paracetamol is the EU’s favorite “go-to” for expecting mothers—who knew a little pill could make such big decisions? 🤷‍♂️ Just what we needed, more bureaucracy to ensure the safety of our future Einsteins!

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  17. demo Avatar
    demo

    Just what we needed, more “extensive data” to tell us paracetamol is still the go-to painkiller for expectant mothers—because who doesn’t love a little uncertainty in their prenatal vitamins? 🤷‍♂️ #ClassicEU

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  18. Moon Laser Avatar
    Moon Laser

    Seems like paracetamol is the EU’s favorite baby-sitter—no malformations, just the good ol’ “consult your doctor” routine. 🤷‍♂️ Can’t wait for the next thrilling installment of “What Can We Take While Pregnant?” 🍼

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  19. eight patrol Avatar
    eight patrol

    Just what we needed, more “let’s not worry about it” guidance from the EU. Who knew a painkiller could be the great debate of our time? 🤷‍♂️

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  20. New Cycle Avatar
    New Cycle

    So, let’s keep tossing back paracetamol like it’s a pint in a pub, shall we? 😏 Just remember, moderation is key – like trying to enjoy a three-hour opera without dozing off!

    Reply

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