Darul Ifta Ibn Masood

Preventing Haidh Due to Umrah

· 5 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Is it permissible to take a form of medication to stop Haidh if one is travelling for Umrah, due to the unpredictable nature of circumstances and the difficulty in adjusting travel plans?

Answer

It is not advisable to take medication to stop menstruation without a pressing need, as that is harmful to health. Try to adjust your return ticket to the best of your ability. However, it is permissible out of necessity—such as a tight travel schedule where you cannot otherwise perform essentials like Tawaaf—provided a doctor confirms it will not harm your body.

Answered by
Mufti Ahmed Saeed
Checked & approved by
Mufti Yacoob Vally Saheb
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