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Is Generic Gelatin Capsule (Empty Shell) halal?

Aurobindo Pharma · Capsule shell · Size 0

Concern Detected

Generic Gelatin Capsule (Empty Shell) from Aurobindo Pharma is currently flagged HARAM for halal status, with high confidence based on Aurobindo Pharma capsule shell specification.

1 halal-friendlier alternative in our catalog ↓

Confidence: High·Source: Aurobindo Pharma capsule shell specification·Updated: 2024-02
Why this confidence level?

Multiple independent sources agree on the excipient list and our rules found no contradictions. Primary source: Aurobindo Pharma capsule shell specification. Catalog row last reviewed 2024-02 — always confirm against your current package insert.

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Active ingredient(s)

  • Gelatin (porcine/bovine)

Inactive ingredients

1 halal · 0 uncertain · 0 concern

Why this status

gelatinRiskunknownSpecies

What to do next

  1. Do not stop your medicine without speaking to your clinician.
  2. Ask your pharmacist about the source of any flagged excipients (e.g., stearate, gelatin, glycerin).
  3. Ask whether a different manufacturer or formulation has a clearer ingredient profile.
  4. If fiqh nuance applies (e.g., ethanol or animal-derived), consult a qualified scholar.
  5. Save to My Meds to track and re-check later.

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Halal-friendlier alternatives

Ranked by status and flagged excipients in our database. Your clinician must approve any switch.

Top pick: HPMC Vegetable Capsule — Better halal status (halal) than Generic Gelatin Capsule (Empty Shell).

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