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Texas AG Moves to Restrict Tylenol Ads Amid Autism Claims

11/8/2025

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has asked a federal judge to issue a restraining order against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue.
The lawsuit alleges Tylenol was marketed as safe for pregnant women and young children, despite potential links to autism.
The suit seeks to stop misleading advertisements and restrict Kenvue from distributing funds, with Texas the first state to act since federal guidance and President Donald Trump's warnings were issued.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has asked a federal judge to issue a restraining order against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue.
The lawsuit alleges Tylenol was marketed as safe for pregnant women and young children, despite potential links to autism.
The suit seeks to stop misleading advertisements and restrict Kenvue from distributing funds, with Texas the first state to act since federal guidance and President Donald Trump's warnings were issued.