Question: If menstruation starts before wearing the Ihram for Umrah, can one take medication to stop the bleeding and perform Umrah on the same day?
Answer: It is permissible to take medication to stop menstruation, provided it does not cause any harm.
If a woman wants to perform Umrah and menstruation starts before wearing the Ihram, it is better for her to wait until she becomes pure. Once she is pure, she should wear the Ihram and perform Umrah. Taking medication during menstruation might harm health as it goes against the natural process. However, she should consult a doctor. If the doctor advises that taking medication to stop menstruation will not cause any harm, then she can take the medication, perform Ghusl (ritual purification), and proceed with Umrah.
Sheikh Maqbool Ahmed Salafi (Jeddah Dawah Center, Hayy Al-Salamah – Saudi Arabia)
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