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Position Statement: Antigens

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Permissible and Impermissible AntigensPurification of Permissible Antigens Mixed with Impure Solutions Prepared by MuslimMed Team As we routinely comment on vaccine ingredients, we thought it necessary to outline the Sharʻī position on vaccine antigens. Additionally, the same principles apply to other consumables like food. This policy statement will serve as a reference point in future fatāwā. The permissibility of vaccine antigens is dependent on their source. If the antigen is derived or taken from bacteria, which are permissible (ḥalāl) by their nature, the antigen likewise will be permissible. If the antigen is derived from an impermissible (ḥarām) source, e.g., propagated … Continue reading Position Statement: Antigens

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Islamically Permissible Influenza Vaccines Available in the US for 2023-2024 Season

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Prepared by Mawlana Mateen A. Khan MD and Dr. Ramzan Judge PharmD Summary Permissible influenza vaccines in the US for 2023-2024 season Impermissible influenza vaccines in the US for 2023-2024 season Discussion Background on Influenza Influenza (commonly known as the … Continue reading Islamically Permissible Influenza Vaccines Available in the US for 2023-2024 Season

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Vaccination Against Hepatitis A

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Prepared by Mufti Adil Farooki MD, Mawlana Mateen Khan MDو and Dr. Ramzan Judge, PharmD Summary: All three vaccines against hepatitis A that are available in the United States contain impermissible ingredients.  However, Muslims requiring vaccination against hepatitis A should only use Havrix or the combination Hepatitis A/B vaccine Twinrix. Vaqta should only be used when Havrix is unavailable or is contraindicated, because it contains an additional impermissible ingredient.   Background: From the CDC[1]: “Hepatitis A is caused by infection with HAV…HAV is acquired by mouth (through fecal-oral transmission) and replicates in the liver. After 10-12 days, the virus is present … Continue reading Vaccination Against Hepatitis A

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Vaccination Against Hepatitis B

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Vaccination Against Hepatitis B Prepared by Mufti Adil Farooki, MD, Mawlana Mateen Khan, MD and Dr. Ramzan Judge, PharmD Summary: The hepatitis B vaccines Engerix-B, Recombivax HB, and Heplisav B are permissible for Muslims to use, while PreHevBrio is not permissible.  The combination vaccines Pediarix (Hepatitis B, DTaP, Polio) and Vaxelis (Hepatitis B, DTaP, Polio, HiB) are permissible to use. The hepatitis A/B combination vaccine Twinrix is not permissible to use except in cases where hepatitis A vaccination is necessary (refer to Discussions and Recommendations below). Background: From the CDC[i]: “Hepatitis B is a liver disease that can cause mild illness … Continue reading Vaccination Against Hepatitis B

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Vitamin D: Islamic Ruling on 50,000 IU Capsules

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Question: I am very deficient in vitamin D3. I was prescribed a 6-week course of one gel capsule of Vitamin D 50,000 IU weekly.  My concern is that typically gel capsules are made from gelatin. I want to know if this specific medicine would be okay for me to take and whether it is common to have pork-sourced gelatin. Answer: Bismihi taʻālā Patients with Vitamin D deficiency are often prescribed capsules that contain 50,000 international units (IU). These prescription capsules contain gelatin, which is impermissible to consume, because it is sourced from pork or non-Islamically slaughtered animals.[i]  According to the … Continue reading Vitamin D: Islamic Ruling on 50,000 IU Capsules

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Islamically Permissible Influenza Vaccines Available in the US for 2022-2023 Season

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Prepared by Mawlana Dr. Mateen A. Khan, MD and Dr. Ramzan Judge, PharmD Summary Permissible influenza vaccines in the US for the 2022-2023 season Impermissible influenza vaccines in the US for the 2022-2023 season Discussion Background on Influenza Influenza (commonly … Continue reading Islamically Permissible Influenza Vaccines Available in the US for 2022-2023 Season