Pregnancy & Acetaminophen

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) reaffirms that acetaminophen is a safe and appropriate first-line treatment for pain and fever during pregnancy when used as directed, emphasizing that recent claims of harm are based on weak evidence and urges that decisions be guided by science and medical expertise.

For more information and to read SOGC’s full statement, please visit: SOGC Position Statement Acetamenophin_EN_20250911.pdf