Is it permissible to break the fast in Ramadan due to taking the drug Accutane, given that the doctor warned against fasting while on it?
First, one must ascertain the medication's effect on the fasting person, and whether there is a fear of harm or delayed recovery from it. Some doctors have stated that the medication does not affect the fasting person, and the anticipated complications are general and not caused by fasting, and fluids can be replenished at night.
Therefore, a trustworthy, specialized doctor must be consulted: - If the medication has no effect on the fasting person and cannot be taken at night, then breaking the fast is not permissible. - If the medication does affect the fasting person, leading to fear of harm or delayed recovery, and the treatment cannot be interrupted or postponed until after , then breaking the fast and making up for it later is permissible.
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