Swallowing a “Pele Tzom” Pill on Yom Kippur
Question
Is it permissible to take, during the fast, a pill called Pele Tzom without water?
Answer
Shalom u’vrachah
It is permissible to take such a pill, without water.
Since it is intended for healthy people, it is not considered a “medicine.”
Attached is an instruction sheet for taking medications on Yom Kippur.
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