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897 I am a new Muslima and I am taking medication that I can't take before my Fasting starts. I know once the medication is taken my Fast would be broken. My question is, Is there any way I can participate in Fast since I take this medication?
It is difficult to give any specific advice through this facility regarding individual circumstances.

However firstly it would be advised to seek out medical advice from your GP, and find out whether there is any way the medication can be taken before Sehri and after Iftar times, without causing you further harm. If on medical grounds this can not be done then you will be allowed to miss your Fast.

If this medication is required as treatment for a short illness, you can compensate for missed Fasts by Fasting on other days when you are well. However if are unable to keep your missed Fasts later, due to the long-term use of medication, then in this situation you should do Fidya.

For further information regarding Fidya, Please refer to question 862 on our website.

(Answered by: Hafiz Mohammed Akhtar)
Category (Ramadan / Fasting)
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