CRC Issues Medications And Cosmetics Policy For Passover,

CHICAGO - Leading rabbis in the Chicago area, who are part of the leadership of the Chicago Rabbinical Council, issued their annual policy paper on medications and cosmetics to be used for Passover.

The rabbis ruled that all pills that are swallowed are kosher for Passover but vitamins and food supplements, even in pill form are not in that category and require prior consultation with a competent rabbi. The rabbis also noted that liquid and chewable medications or pills coated with a flavored coating that may contain chametz also require consultation with a doctor and rabbi.

They also approved most blush, eye shadow, body soap, creams, face powder, foot powder, mascara, ointments, ink, paint, shampoo and stick deodorants. They also warned that many liquid deodorants, colognes, aftershaves, perfumes and hairsprays contain denatured alcohol and are chametz. Lipstick, mouthwash, and toothpaste that have chametz should also not be used. The Chicago letter is designed to offer broad guidelines for medications and cosmetics but the Chicago rabbis urge consumers to consult their local rabbis.

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