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Is Mouthwash With Alcohol Halal?

Quick answer Scholars differ

Scholars differ. Many allow mouthwash with alcohol because it is spat out, not drunk, and the alcohol is usually synthetic rather than wine. Others prefer to avoid it. Alcohol-free mouthwashes are widely sold and avoid the question.

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The lenient view

The alcohol is not consumed, does not intoxicate, and is often made industrially rather than from wine. Many scholars treat it like alcohol in perfume.

The cautious view

Others avoid putting any alcohol in the mouth. Alcohol-free versions work just as well for most people.

When fasting

Using mouthwash does not break the fast if none is swallowed, but many scholars advise avoiding it during the day.

Written and checked by

Hafiz Nasir Mehmood

Quran HafizIslamic researcher

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