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Is it permissible to take a specific medication the day before medical tests, and is it permissible to break the fast after taking the medication?

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If it is possible to take the medicine at night, that is preferable. However, if it is necessary to take it during the day for essential examinations to treat a real illness, then breaking the fast is permissible, and it should be made up after Ramadan. Regarding the issue of eating and drinking for the rest of the day after breaking the fast due to an excuse, the preponderant opinion is that it is permissible and there is no obligation to refrain. However, it is recommended to refrain to avoid controversy. Nevertheless, they should not eat in front of those who are unaware of their excuse, for fear of accusation.

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