Tag: Halal medicine

With the global halal pharmaceutical market expanding, many Muslims question the permissibility of beef gelatin used in medicines. The ruling is nuanced, depending on the animal's slaughter method and the interpretation of Islamic law regarding chemical transformation.

Over 1.9 billion Muslims globally are increasingly seeking halal-certified products, including pharmaceuticals. With gelatin widely used to manufacture capsule shells for medication and supplements, understanding if the gelatine is halal has become a critical dietary concern.