Acetaminophen is one of the most popular pain relievers in the pharmacy. It is considered very safe, especially for babies and children. A new study suggests, however, that acetaminophen may be contributing to wheezing and asthma in children and adolescents. This epidemiological research is not the first to link acetaminophen use to a greater risk of asthma. Perhaps this latest research will encourage pediatricians and parents to be more cautious in using this common painkiller and fever reducer.
American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Jan. 2011
