ACT doctors and pharmacists have rejected unproven claims from US President Donald Trump that paracetamol during pregnancy increases the risk of autism in children, urging patients to consult a qualified health professional if they have concerns.

President Trump sparked alarm among health experts after a press conference on Tuesday, where he urged Americans to limit their use of Tylenol , also known as paracetamol, and to spread out childhood vaccinations.

Australia's chief medical officer and the nation's medical regulator joined a chorus of global health counterparts in refuting the claims, reassuring the public that paracetamol is safe to be taken during pregnancy.

"Robust scientific evidence shows no causal link between the use of paracetamol in pregnancy and autism or ADHD, wit

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