Is Mouthwash Ok for Fasting? A Guide to Oral Hygiene and Religious Fasting
                                
                                
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                                According to Islamic scholars, using mouthwash is generally permissible during fasting, provided none of the liquid is swallowed. The key question for many—whether for religious or health-based fasts—is: is mouthwash ok for fasting? While the rules vary slightly depending on the type of fast, the primary concern revolves around accidental ingestion and the ingredients of the rinse itself.