Using creams that contain alcohol or animal derivatives
Question
I have eczema. Any steroid/non steroid creams that I use for it, if they contain alcohol or animal derivatives, can I use them?
Answer
Yes, if there is no other substitute.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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