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: What is glutathione and why must we protect patient access to it? During the prodromal phase of acute radiation sickness, which mechanism causes the symptoms: acute inflammation, direct caustic injury, glutathione depletion, or vascular compromise? What To Avoid When Taking Glutathione