The Prenatal Dilemma: Fever vs Acetaminophen? Navigating a Difficult Choice

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the risks and benefits of treating maternal hyperthermia with acetaminophen during pregnancy.
• Review of emerging evidence linking acetaminophen use in pregnancy to neurodevelopmental concerns.
• Discussion of current prescribing practices for managing maternal fever.
• Assessment of the need for a tailored approach to medication in pregnancy.
• Emerging evidence suggests a potential link between acetaminophen use and neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
• Current practices may not adequately address the risk-benefit profile of acetaminophen during pregnancy.
• A recommendation for indication-specific prescribing to better navigate the complexities is proposed.