Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and its spinoff Kenvue, accusing them of deceptively marketing Tylenol to pregnant women while allegedly knowing it could increase the risk of autism and ADHD in children. Paxton said the companies violated Texas consumer protection laws by promoting the drug as safe despite the potential risks, according to the Office of the Texas Attorney General.
“Big Pharma betrayed America by profiting off of pain and pushing pills regardless of the risks,” Paxton stated, alleging Johnson & Johnson was aware of the dangers but continued to market the product. The lawsuit also claims Johnson & Johnson attempted to shield itself from future Tylenol-related liabilities by transferring them to Kenvue in violation of the Texas Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act, as reported by the Office of the Texas Attorney General.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit challenging the safety of Tylenol use during pregnancy. The action follows a statement by the Trump Administration citing evidence of an association between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and developmental disorders. Paxton’s office has previously taken legal action against major drugmakers, including a case against Pfizer over COVID-19 vaccines, a lawsuit against Eli Lilly over alleged payments to providers, and a $700 million settlement from Johnson & Johnson related to talc-based baby powder claims. In announcing the case, Paxton said, “By holding Big Pharma accountable for poisoning our people, we will help Make America Healthy Again,” as stated by the Office of the Texas Attorney General.
