Is it permissible to use birth control pills during Ramadan to prevent menstruation in order to complete the month's fasting?
It is permissible to prevent menstruation, but it is better to avoid it because Allah decreed menstruation for the daughters of Eve and made it an act of worship for them to abstain from prayer, fasting, and circumambulation () during its days. Moreover, it involves altering Allah's creation. The pills may not prevent the descent of a fluid resembling menstruation, which could cause confusion for the woman. Furthermore, the menstrual cycle may become irregular after discontinuing them, and doctors often advise against their use due to their potential side effects. Therefore, it is recommended to leave the matter to Allah and not use these pills.
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