Vitamins on Shabbat and Fast Days
Question
Is it permissible to take vitamins on Shabbat that are needed to lower blood pressure and are taken three times a day? Also, what is the ruling on taking them during a fast without water?
Answer
Shalom and blessings
It is permissible to take them on Shabbat when there is a need for continuous intake.
It is permissible to take them during a fast. Preferably without water. If it is not possible without water, it is allowed with a small amount of bitter water.
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Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
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