Using homoeopathic medication containing alcohol

Q: It is unlawful to use alcohol in Islam. But most homeopathic medicines have alcohol, sometimes making upto 90% composition. Is it halaal (lawful) to use these medicines as these medicines are much safer than any other ?

A: Look for a halaal substitute, failing which you may use this type of medication.

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

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)