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The problem is real. The need is urgent.

1 in 4

medications may contain animal-derived ingredients or by-products.

Source: IFANCA, 2022
90%

of gelatins used in capsules are derived from animals.

Source: Scientific Reports, 2021
60%+

of excipients have unclear or undisclosed sources.

Source: NIH, 2021
5,000+

new medications are launched globally each year.

Source: IQVIA, 2023
78%

of Muslims want halal medication options.

Source: DinarStandard, 2021

Halal vs Haram medication, side by side

Two medicines can treat the same condition but use very different ingredients. Here's what to look for.

Halal-friendly

Plant-based capsule

e.g. HPMC vegetarian capsule

  • HPMC (plant cellulose) shell — no animal sources
  • Microcrystalline cellulose binder
  • Magnesium stearate from vegetable oil (verified)
  • No alcohol, no gelatin, no carmine
Confidence: High — manufacturer disclosed plant origin.
Haram concern

Animal-derived capsule

e.g. porcine gelatin capsule with alcohol

  • Gelatin shell — likely porcine or undisclosed bovine
  • Ethanol used as a solvent in the formulation
  • Stearate of unknown (possibly tallow) origin
  • Carmine colorant (insect-derived)
Confidence: High — multiple flagged ingredients confirmed on label.

Ingredient spotlight

The most common ingredients we get asked about — explained in plain language.

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