The FDA has approved Acetaminophen as safe for over the counter use and is the most commonly used pain & fever reducer in the USA (Stone, JAMA 2002). 

29 billion units per year to 23% of the adult population, half of which is over the counter.

Drugs with Acetaminophen in them: Tylenol, Alka Setzer Plus Cold & Sinus, Dayquil, Excedrin, Motrin, Robitussin Cold & Cough, Vicks 44, Nyquil Cold & Flu..

A study was published with the following parameters:

-13-14 year old children, different populations worldwide (322,959 adolescents from 50 countries)

-Acetaminophen use in the past 12 months was associated with a significant dependant risk of current asthma symptoms, eczema and rhinoconjunctivitis (allergies)

-Acetaminophen use during infancy was associated with an increased risk of asthma symptoms in 6-7 yr olds

-43% increase for asthma symptoms

33% increase for allergy symptoms

32% increase for eczema symptoms

Ask yourself.  Which one of our 6 essential choices do I need to change in order for these symptoms of pain, fever, allergies, asthma, eczema to not be necessary. 

I would take a look at each and every one: Eat, Drink, Breathe, Rest, Exercise, Think.

In Health & Service,

Dr. Roland Phillips BA, BS, D.C.