India, Sept. 23 -- President Donald Trump on Monday said the US Food and Drug Administration will soon notify doctors about the use of Tylenol during pregnancy since it is associated with a "very increased risk of autism".

The US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday said it has initiated the process for a label change for acetaminophen (Tylenol and similar products) to reflect evidence suggesting that the use of acetaminophen by pregnant women may be associated with an increased risk of neurological conditions such as autism and ADHD in children.

The agency also issued a related letter alerting physicians nationwide.

In a statement to the BBC, Tylenol maker Kenvue said the science clearly shows that taking acetaminophen does not cau...