How Acetaminophen Causes Liver Failure Biocompare: The Buyer's Guide for Life Scientists Sex differences in glutathione metabolism and acetaminophen toxicity 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: Tylenol depletes something called glutathione. Glutathione is a master antioxidant and your first line of protection against environmental toxins. It detoxifies and protects your cells. It protects your immune system and Acetaminophen causes neurodevelopmental injury in susceptible babies and children: no valid rationale for controversy