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Is Placenta Extract halal?

Placenta Extract is classified haram for halal use with High confidence. Extracts from human or animal placenta used in some topical or traditional products. Human or animal origin; not acceptable in halal pharmaceutical use for most schools.

Biological · Confidence: High

Also known as: human placenta, placental protein

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What it is

Extracts from human or animal placenta used in some topical or traditional products.

Source:MHRA

Why it's here

Marketed in cosmetics and rare compounded medicines abroad.

See:MHRA

Why it may matter

Human or animal origin; not acceptable in halal pharmaceutical use for most schools.

Source:MHRA

Common sources
  • Human
  • Animal placenta

Questions to ask

  • Avoid products listing placenta — ask pharmacist for standard alternatives.

Reason codes

humanDerived

Evidence & citations1

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Common questions

Is Placenta Extract halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Placenta Extract as HARAM (High confidence). Human or animal origin; not acceptable in halal pharmaceutical use for most schools. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Placenta Extract used for in medicines?
Extracts from human or animal placenta used in some topical or traditional products. Marketed in cosmetics and rare compounded medicines abroad.
What are common sources of Placenta Extract?
Common sources include: Human; Animal placenta. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Avoid products listing placenta — ask pharmacist for standard alternatives.?
Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Placenta Extract is haram in our cited database.