Halal Medicine Selection Process in Sharia-Certified Hospital

Abstract

One of the standards in medicine service compiled by the National Sharia Council of Indonesian Ulema Council (DSN MUI) and Indonesian Islamic Health Effort Council (MUKISI) is a drug formulary that does not contain haram substances. In addition, the number of medicines with a halal label in Indonesia is still limited. Even though there is law no. 33 of 2014, which requires a halal certification for all products, including medicines sold in Indonesia. The pharmaceutical industry has not fully supported this issue and still faces many challenges in making this happen. The purpose of this study is to determine the implementation of the halal medicine selection process in Nur Hidayah Hospital Yogyakarta. It is qualitative research with a case study approach. Data were collected using interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The study reveals four themes in the halal medicine implementation selection process at Nur Hidayah Hospital. Those are medicine screening based on sharia principles, the limitation of medicine with the halal label, the use of haram medicine based on doctor-patient agreement using sharia informed consent, and producer statement as a middle ground.

Patient satisfaction with Indonesian sharia hospital services: Halal healthcare tool and implications for loyalty-WoM

“…Sharia hospitals also prioritize quality services, including providing holistic and integrated care and paying attention to patients' spiritual and psychological aspects (Aisyah Ismail et al, 2018). Some Sharia hospitals also provide health programs packaged within the framework of Islamic teachings, such as Quran therapy and prayer therapy (Ningtyas et al, 2022). Although based on Islamic principles, Sharia hospitals remain open to serving everyone regardless of religion, race, or gender (Syofwan et al, 2020).…”

“…Some previous studies identified halal facilities for healthcare, including sharia facilities, doctor's facilities, nursing services, medical expertise, medical facility atmosphere, and administrative conduct (Medhekar & Haq, 2018;Naserirad et al, 2022;Ningtyas et al, 2022;Padela et al, 2012;Rahman et al, 2023).…”

“…Various medical devices today make it easier for health facilities for patients and doctors. Therefore, Islam allows health care with various techniques unless the treatment is of high essence or the device has content or indicators contrary to Sharia (Ningtyas et al, 2022). Hospitals should ensure a healthy and comfortable environment, including infection control, personal hygiene, clean water, and good hospital ventilation.…”