EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 17 MIN
Medication Dosing During Fasting
from The Global Health Pharmacist Podcast · host Gbemisola Adebisi-Jose
Fasting during Ramadan and Lent is a spiritual practice observed by millions worldwide, it is especially important this year since both fasts are happening concurrently. This raises important questions about medication dosing during fasting. This episode explores how fasting impacts drug absorption, timing, and effectiveness, with practical guidance for patients and healthcare providers. We discuss strategies for adjusting dosage schedules, the importance of consulting medical professionals before making changes.We also emphasize the balance between faith and health, offering evidence-based insights to empower individuals to fast responsibly while safeguarding their well-being and ensuring that spiritual commitments do not compromise medical needs.Listeners will learn about common challenges such as taking medications that require food, managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. By understanding how fasting impacts the body, this episode empowers individuals to fast responsibly while maintaining wellness.Subscribe, Follow, Like, Comment and Share: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/globalhealthpharmacistpodcast IG: @globalhealthpharmpodcast X: @pharmpodcaster Facebook/YouTube/TikTok: The Global Health Pharmacist Podcast LinkedIn: Gbemisola Adebisi-Jose#RamadanHealth #LentWellness #SafeFasting #MedicationManagement #FaithAndHealth #FastingTips
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Fasting during Ramadan and Lent is a spiritual practice observed by millions worldwide, it is especially important this year since both fasts are happening concurrently. This raises important questions about medication dosing during fasting. This episode explores how fasting impacts drug absorption, timing, and effectiveness, with practical guidance for patients and healthcare providers. We discuss strategies for adjusting dosage schedules, the importance of consulting medical professionals before making changes.We also emphasize the balance between faith and health, offering evidence-based insights to empower individuals to fast responsibly while safeguarding their well-being and ensuring that spiritual commitments do not compromise medical needs.Listeners will learn about common challenges such as taking medications that require food, managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. By understanding how fasting impacts the body, this episode empowers individuals to fast responsibly while maintaining wellness.Subscribe, Follow, Like, Comment and Share: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/globalhealthpharmacistpodcast IG: @globalhealthpharmpodcast X: @pharmpodcaster Facebook/YouTube/TikTok: The Global Health Pharmacist Podcast LinkedIn: Gbemisola Adebisi-Jose#RamadanHealth #LentWellness #SafeFasting #MedicationManagement #FaithAndHealth #FastingTips
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