• Limited Hajj days
• Fixed visa duration
• Difficulty extending the stay

Using pills is permissible, but not obligatory, and should only be done after:

• Consulting a qualified doctor
• Understanding possible side effects
• Seeking scholarly guidance if unsure

Medical Advice (Very Important)

Women should start consultation at least 1-2 months before Hajj. One should not take pills or medications suddenly or without consultation. Some women may experience spotting, irregular bleeding or fatigue. If adverse effects occur, women should stop medication and prioritise health.

Islam does not require a woman to harm her body to complete rituals.

Rulings for Menstruating Women During Hajj

Menstruation does not invalidate Hajj. A woman in her menses may perform all Hajj rituals except Tawaf and Salah.

1. Assuming Ihram While Menstruating

If a woman is menstruating:

• She can assume Ihram
• Perform ghusl (recommended) or wudu
• Make intention (niyyah) for Hajj
• Recite Talbiyah

She should not pray the two rak‘ahs of Ihram.

2. Menstruation After Entering Ihram

If menstruation begins after Ihram:

• Ihram remains valid
• Hajj continues normally
• There is no penalty or expiation

3. Restrictions During Menstruation

While menstruating, a woman should:

• Avoid Tawaf
• Avoid Salah
• Avoid touching or reciting the Qur’an directly (some scholars allow dhikr-based recitation)

4. Tawaf After Purification

Once menstruation ends:

• Perform ghusl
• Enter Masjid al-Haram
• Complete Tawaf al-Ifadah
• Complete remaining rites

This Tawaf can be delayed until purification without affecting the validity of Hajj.

Important Reminder

The Mother of the Believers Aisha (RA) menstruated during Hajj, and the Prophet ﷺ comforted her saying:
“This is something Allah has decreed for the daughters of Adam.”
(Bukhari & Muslim)

This hadith establishes that menstruation:

• Is natural
• Is not a deficiency in faith
• Does not reduce the reward of Hajj