Medication on Tisha bAv | Sheilot

Medication on Tisha bAv

Question

Hello I live in Zurich, Switzerland. I’m 35 years old and I take daily medication for stomach acid and 50 mg of an Anti depression medication. Can I take this medicine on the fast tomorrow with a sip of water

Answer

Shalom!

Thank you for your question.

You may take these medications on Tisha B'av if they are needed even with a sip of water.


 

Answered 12 August 2024 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Ari Enkin
Answered by
Author of the "Dalet Amot BeHalacha" series
Smicha Yoreh-Yoreh (1999) and Yadin-Yadin, author of "Dalet Amot BeHalacha" (11 volumes)
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah, Even HaEzer, Choshen Mishpat (excluding laws of interest)
About the Rabbi

Comments

Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)

Please sign up or log in to submit your comment