Cheap pill millions take regularly is linked to ADHD and autism

Scientists have warned some people not to take paracetamol unless it is on a doctor's advice as the cheap pill millions use regularly could raise the risk of autism and ADHD. Previous s tudies have suggested a link between the over-the-counter pill and higher rates of autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

The latest research from Mount Sinai and Harvard's School of Public Health analysed more than 100,000 people. The researchers say pregnant women should only use the lowest possible dose of paracetamol for the shortest time possible.

Dr Diddier Prada, assistant professor at Mount Sinai Hospital and co-author of the study, said: 'Our findings show that higher-quality studies are more likely to show a link be

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