Tylenol, Autism, And The Glutathione Connection OC Integrative Medicine Children's Tylenol and related painkillers may be a cause of asthma surge, Akron doctor says cleveland.com Can You Take Tylenol and Ibuprofen Together? Safety, Dosage, and Risks Explained HealthcareOnTime Researchers are studying a possible link between acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy and higher autism or ADHD risk. It may lower glutathione, an important antioxidant for brain development. No cause has been Myth busting, Acetaminophen version. "Avoid Acetaminophen (Tylenol) because it causes glutathione depletion". Truth?? As a pediatrician and ER doctor and as moms we're often asked about this. And we understand why: