Can I take gelatin coated vitamin c...

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Can I take gelatin coated vitamin capsules?

Question

Can I take gelatin coated vitamin capsules?

Answer

It is permissible to consume gelatin derived from animals deemed lawful for human consumption while it is prohibited to consume gelatin derived from animals deemed prohibited for human consumption.
Generally speaking, it is permissible to consume gelatin-based medicines if they are prescribed by a medical expert and are not harmful. This is because the gelatin is transformed into a different enzyme during the manufacturing process.
And God the Almighty knows best.
 

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