Can You Take Medicine or Do Medical Tests While Fasting?

Fasting can feel tricky when you need medicine or tests. But don’t worry! Experts have explained what is okay and what is not. Here’s a simple guide to help you.

What Can You Use While Fasting? ✅

These things will NOT break your fast:

1. Eye, Nose & Ear Medicine

• Drops and sprays are okay.
• Why? They don’t go to your stomach.

2. Medicine for Chest Pain

• Tiny tablets under your tongue are allowed.

3. Injections (Shots)

• You can take medicine through a shot in your skin, muscle, or veins.
• But no IV fluids (like glucose water).

4. Oxygen & Sleep Medicine for Surgery

• Breathing gas and anesthesia are fine.

5. Skin Creams & Plasters

• Ointments and medical patches won’t break your fast.

6. Dentist Visits

• You can fill teeth, pull teeth, or clean teeth—just don’t swallow anything!

7. Blood Tests & Donations

• Giving blood or having blood taken is okay.

8. Medicine for Private Parts

• Suppositories and creams are allowed.

9. Medical Tests (X-rays, Ultrasounds, etc.)

• Safe to do, as long as no food or drink is swallowed.

10. Mouthwash & Sprays

• You can use them, but don’t swallow.

11. Dialysis & Biopsy

• These are okay!

What Will Break Your Fast? ❌

🚫 IV Fluids (like glucose or saline drips)
🚫 Swallowing liquids during medical tests