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- Millions of Muslims fast during Ramadan, leading to potential impacts on body physiology and medication effectiveness.
- Health professionals need to evaluate if patients can safely fast without harming their health.
- Pharmacists play a crucial role in suggesting medication adjustments and educating patients about diet and drug use during this period.
Article Abstract
Every year millions of Muslims observe fasting during the month of Ramadan. Abstaining from drink and food for a long period may affect the physiology of the body, pathology of diseases, and pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics of medicines. Health professionals should assess the suitability of patients to observe fasting without compromising their health. Pharmacists can contribute by recommending alternative medicine, dosage form, route of administration, dosing regimen, educating patients on balanced diets and proper use of their medicines, as well as monitoring of the clinical outcomes. This article aims to familiarize the readers with the practice of Ramadan fasting and various aspects regarding drug therapy and Ramadan fasting.
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