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Using an asthma inhaler while fasting

· 16 Shawwal 1440 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Does an inhaler used for asthma break your fast?

Answer

Yes.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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