{"_id":"668da0740b76658b4c2337b0","title":"Are extended release caffeine supplements permissible to take before fasting?","question":"With Ramadan approaching, I keep hearing about certain supplements like extended release caffeine. These supplements are marketed such that if you take a capsule during suhoor, it would start working around duhr to help you get over the lunch time slump. Can you give some guidance on the use of supplements like this during Ramadan?","answer":"As long as you ingest it before you begin the fast, it’s permissible.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fde0b76658b4c232774","tag":"Fasting: Ramadan","count":97},{"_id":"668da0000b76658b4c232b78","tag":"Fasting: Validity","count":65},{"_id":"686c06a65bca77ccedff94d3","tag":"Health: Medication & Supplements","count":21}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:41:24.865Z"}