Introduction
It is often heard that supporters of Islamic beliefs mock Sanatan Dharma by saying that “Hindus drink cow urine.”
But the question arises — does Islam itself also have a tradition of urine consumption?
Let us conduct an unbiased analysis based on religious scriptures and scientific evidence.
1) Is There a Tradition of Urine Consumption in Islam?
It is well-known that in Sanatan Dharma, the cow is considered sacred, and Panchagavya (milk, curd, ghee, urine, dung) has been used medicinally in Ayurveda for centuries.
But do we also find a tradition of urine consumption in Islam?
Islamic Evidence
🔹 Sahih al-Bukhari (Hadith No. 5686)
Narrates that some sick people were instructed by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) to drink camel milk along with camel urine for medicinal purposes. This narration appears in Kitab al-Tibb (Book of Medicine), under the chapter “Treatment with Camel’s Urine.”
👉 Sunnah.com – Bukhari 5686
🔹 Sahih Muslim 1671a (Book 28, Hadith 12 | old numbering: Book 16, Hadith 4130)
This Hadith also describes the same incident, where ill people were told to drink the milk and urine of the charity camels.
👉 Sunnah.com – Muslim 1671a
🔹 Bukhari Vol. 8, Book 82, Hadith 794 (old numbering)
The same event is narrated under the incident of the ‘Uraynah tribe, connected with criminal punishments.
👉 Hadith Collection Reference
Note: All these references clearly state the consumption of camel urine along with milk as a prescribed treatment.
WHO (World Health Organization) Position
In some Arab cultures, drinking camel urine with milk is considered beneficial for illnesses, even cancer.
However, WHO has explicitly rejected these claims, stating that there is no scientific evidence supporting the medicinal value of camel urine.
Instead, WHO warns that camel products (raw milk, meat, and urine) can carry dangerous pathogens, including MERS-CoV (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus).
👉 WHO MERS-CoV Advisory
👉 WHO EMRO Review
2) What Does Science Say?
Scientific Analysis of Cow Urine
Extensive research has been conducted on cow urine (especially cow urine distillate).
🔹 U.S. Patents
These patents recognize cow urine distillate as a bio-enhancer — meaning it increases the effectiveness and availability of antibiotics, antifungal, and anticancer drugs.
🔹 PubMed / National Library of Medicine
Studies published in the Journal of Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine (J-AIM, 2010) confirm the potential role of cow urine distillate in pharmacology.
👉 PubMed Central Article
Thus, cow urine has received international scientific recognition and patents.
Scientific Analysis of Camel Urine
In contrast, camel urine lacks strong clinical or scientific evidence.
- No verified human trials or peer-reviewed medical studies confirm its claimed benefits.
- WHO and international health organizations have repeatedly declared it unsafe.
- Risks include zoonotic infections, especially MERS-CoV.
👉 WHO Advisory on Camel Products
3) Conclusion
✔️ Islamic sources (Sahih Bukhari & Sahih Muslim) explicitly mention the use of camel milk and urine as treatment.
✔️ Sanatan Dharma and Ayurveda recognize cow urine as part of Panchagavya with medicinal use.
✔️ Scientific research & patents support cow urine distillate as a bio-enhancer with potential therapeutic value.
✔️ Camel urine, however, has been declared hazardous by WHO, with no proven medical benefits.
4) Final Thoughts
Every religious tradition deserves respect.
However, comparisons should be made on the basis of facts and science, not mockery or prejudice.
“Verify the truth, analyze it, and then believe. Blind faith in religious leaders can be dangerous.”
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer:
Consumption of urine or any unverified substance can be dangerous for health.
Always consult a qualified doctor before attempting any treatment.
WHO strongly advises against consuming raw camel products (milk, meat, or urine).
References
U.S. Patents — 👉 US6410059B1 | 👉 US6896907B2
Sahih al-Bukhari 5686, Kitab al-Tibb — Treatment with camel’s milk and urine.
Sahih Muslim 1671a — Same incident.
Bukhari Vol. 8, Book 82, Hadith 794 — The ‘Uraynah tribe incident.
WHO MERS-CoV Advisory — 👉 WHO Official
Cow Urine Research — 👉 PubMed Central