Muslims taking medication during Ramadan are encouraged to speak to their physicians about how to safely continue treatment while fasting.
That message is part of Seha’s “My Medication in Ramadan” awareness campaign aimed at getting people to seek professional advice on how to safely adjust their medication schedules.
“During Ramadan there is a change in timing and we tend to fast from morning until the evening, so there is a change in the lifestyle and also there is a change in the time that we can take medicine,” said Salama Al Mazrouei, Seha spokeswoman.
“So we’re doing that as an awareness campaign just to educate people and alert them and ask them to come and visit their doctor, whether it’s a doctor within the Seha business entity or other doctor.
“We’re just alerting the public to take care of their health if they’re under medication. They definitely need to visit the doctor ahead of time so they can schedule their medication timing.”
The campaign is aimed at those with diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma and epilepsy, as well as pregnant and lactating women. It covers topics such as dehydration, fluid loss, thyroid gland disorders and other health issues that need care and attention during the fasting period.
A team of pharmacists will be present at all Seha hospitals and clinics throughout the month to field health questions, help people to understand the best ways of taking medication during Ramadan and show them how to avoid any negative reactions while fasting.
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