Paracetamol Use During Pregnancy Remains Steady in EU
Source: Use of paracetamol during pregnancy unchanged in the EU (2025-09-23)
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) reports that the use of paracetamol during pregnancy has remained consistent across the European Union. Despite ongoing research and discussions about medication safety in pregnancy, there has been no significant change in how often expectant mothers are using this common pain reliever. The EMA's update highlights that paracetamol continues to be a widely used medication during pregnancy, with no recent shifts in prescribing patterns. This suggests that healthcare providers and pregnant women maintain a stable approach to its use, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and research for medication safety in pregnancy.