Taking paracetamol during pregnancy may make grandchildren infertile

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Taking paracetamol during pregnancy may make grandchildren infertile, research suggests
Laura Donnelly
The Telegraph
April 16th, 2018

Taking common painkillers including paracetamol during pregnancy could make their grandchildren infertile, research suggests.

Previous studies have found that the drug ibuprofen could harm the fertility of girls.

Women are advised to avoid the medication during pregnancy, and told that if pain relief is needed, they should take paracetamol for as little time as possible.

But the new study found that both drugs could harm future fertility of subsequent offspring - with an impact on boys as well as girls.

Estimates suggest around one in three will take such drugs during pregnancy.

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It’s amazing how many things harm a developing fetus. Thanks for sharing this SJP!