Is Covonia Chesty Cough Mixture Halal?
Brand: Covonia
Generic name: Dextromethorphan, Menthol
Category: Cough
Overall status: Haram ✗
Contains alcohol (ethanol) as an excipient. Not suitable for those avoiding alcohol-containing medicines.
Ingredient Analysis
| Ingredient | Halal Status | Source | Scholar Rulings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dextromethorphan | halal | synthetic | — |
| Ethanol | haram | synthetic | Hanafi: haram; Shafi'i: haram; Scholar: mashbooh; Scholar: conditional |
Halal Alternatives
- Paracetamol 500mg Tablets — Halal verified ✓
- Sudafed Decongestant Tablets — Halal verified ✓