Headache is the most common disorder in adults and children, and we have all had it several times. Some of us go through headaches on a regular basis and use medicines to cure them. According to research done in 2022, more than 50% of the population suffers from headaches and 14% from migraines.
Although the causes of head pain and headaches are still undiscovered, we have developed effective painkillers to deal with them. This blog will talk about the best dua for headache and head pain, which you can recite as a painkiller. The benefits of reciting it and how to maximize its effects.
Dua for Headache in Islam
This is the best dua for head pain and headache and was recited by the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ x3
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ وَقُدْرَتِهِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا أَجِدُ وَأُحَاذِرُ x7
Dua for Headache in English transliteration: Bismillah. A’udhu billahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhiru.
Dua for Headache English translation: In the name of Allah. I seek refuge with Allah and with His Power from the evil that I find and that I fear
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) would recite ‘Bismillah’ three times over the affected area and then say, ‘A’udhu billahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhiru’ seven times.
Hadith: Uthman b. Abu al-‘As Al-Thaqafi reported that he made a complaint of pain to Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) that he felt in his body at the time he had become Muslim. Thereupon Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) said: Place your hand at the place where you feel pain in your body and say Bismillah (in the name of Allah) three times and seven times A’udhu billahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhiru. — Sahih Muslim 2202
Explanation: The Holy Prophet (PBUH) used to place his right hand on the spot of pain and recite Bismillah three times and then the dua for pain seven times.
This was before Surah Al-Falaq and An-Nas were revealed. We should follow the prescribed method of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and recite the same supplication whenever we are struck by a headache or head pain.
Dua for Headache from the Quran (Mu’awwadhat)
Here is the best dua from the Holy Quran for headache and head pain.
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلنَّاسِ. مَلِكِ ٱلنَّاسِ. إِلَـٰهِ ٱلنَّاسِ. مِن شَرِّ ٱلْوَسْوَاسِ ٱلْخَنَّاسِ. ٱلَّذِى يُوَسْوِسُ فِى صُدُورِ ٱلنَّاسِ. مِنَ ٱلْجِنَّةِ وَٱلنَّاسِ
Dua for Headache from Quran in English: Qul a’oodhu bi-rabbin-naas, Malikin-naas, Ilaahin-naas, Min sharril-waswaasil-khannaas, Allathee yuwaswisu fee sudoorin-naas, Minal-jinnati wan-naas. —Surah An-Nas
Translation: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, The Sovereign of mankind, The God of mankind, From the evil of the whisperer who withdraws, Who whispers in the breasts of mankind, Among jinn and among mankind.
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلْفَلَقِ. مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ. وَمِن شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ. وَمِن شَرِّ ٱلنَّفَّـٰثَـٰتِ فِى ٱلْعُقَدِ. وَمِن شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ
Dua for Headache from Quran in English Transliteration: Qul a’oodhu bi-rabbil-falaq, Min sharri ma khalaq, Wa min sharri ghaasiqin itha waqab, Wa min sharri an-naffathaati fil ‘uqad, Wa min sharri haasidin itha hasad. —Surah Al-Falaq
Translation: I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak, From the evil of that which He created, And from the evil of darkness when it settles, And from the evil of the blowers in knots, And from the evil of an envier when he envies
Hadith: Narrated `Aisha: Whenever Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) became sick, he would recite Mu’awwidhat (Surat Al-Falaq and Surat An- Nas) and then blow his breath over his body. When he became seriously ill, I used to recite (these two Suras) and rub his hands over his body hoping for its blessings. —Sahih al-Bukhari 5016
Explanation: The recitation of Mu’awwidhat to cure pain and illness has been confirmed in several Hadiths including Mishkat al-Masabih 1532, Riyad as-Salihin 1461, Sunan an-Nasa’i 1336, etc.
Mu’awwidhat is a combination of Surah Al-Falaq and An-Nas, which were recited by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) to treat pain and sickness. Aisha (RA) recited Mu’awwidhat on him when he was sick and unable to do it himself.
We should recite Mu’awwidhat to treat headaches and head pain. This is one of the best dua for a sick person and can be recited as a dua for a pregnant woman.
Dua for Head Pain for someone
Here is the best supplication you can recite for someone suffering from head pain and headache.
أَذْهِبِ الْبَاسَ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، اشْفِ وَأَنْتَ الشَّافِي لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
Dua for Head Pain in English: Adhhibil-bāsa rabban-nāsi, ishfi wa anta ash-shāfī lā shifāʾa illā shifāʾuka, shifāʾan lā yughādiru saqaman.
Translation: Lord of the people. Remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease.
Hadith: ‘A’isha reported Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) as saying: When Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) visited the sick he would say: Lord of the people. remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease. —Sahih Muslim 2191c
Explanation: This is one of the most powerful dua for head pain and can be used as a dua for healing quickly. You can recite this supplication for anyone suffering from headaches and migraines to relieve him, or you can recite the dua for good health or dua for hardships and times of difficulties.
Dua for Headache, Fever and Dizziness for someone you love
We all love our families and become worried when one family member is in pain or distress. You can recite the dua for family or the supplication for treating headaches and fever.
أَسْـأَلُ اللهَ العَـظيـم، رَبَّ العَـرْشِ العَـظيـم أَنْ يَشْفـيك
Dua for Headache and Dizziness in English: As’alullāha ‘l-`Aẓīma Rabba ‘l-`Arshil-`Aẓīmi an yashfiyak.
Translation: I ask Almighty Allah, Lord of the Magnificent Throne, to make you well.
Hadith: Narrated Abdullah ibn Abbas: The Prophet (PBUH) said: If anyone visits a sick whose time (of death) has not come, and says with him seven times: I ask Allah, the Mighty, the Lord of the mighty Throne, to cure you, Allah will cure him from that disease. —Sunan Abi Dawud 3106
Explanation: Whenever the Holy Prophet (PBUH) visited the sick and ill. He (PBUH) recited the dua for headache and dizziness seven times. In this supplication, we are praising Allah for his throne and creations.
Furthermore, we are invoking Allah’s mercy to cure the person suffering from a disease, which in this case will be headache, fever, or dizziness. You can also recite the dua for protection or the dua for ease for them.
What are the benefits of reciting dua for headache and head pain?
Reciting specific dua for headache and head pain is believed to offer both spiritual and physical benefits. Here are some key benefits often associated with these supplications:
- Spiritual Healing: Reciting dua brings a sense of closeness to Allah and invites divine help to reduce and eliminate pain. It encourages a person to rely on Allah’s mercy for relief from discomfort, reinforcing their faith and trust in Him. We must thank Allah for everything we have in this world.
- Psychological Relief: The act of making dua for a headache can be soothing and comforting. It provides psychological support, reducing stress and anxiety, which are often triggers for headaches. Here is the best dua for stress & anxiety.
- Positive Mindset: Belief in the healing power of dua can instill a positive mindset, which may help reduce the intensity of headaches. Research in psychosomatic medicine suggests a positive outlook can improve pain management. You can also recite the dua for lost items to reduce the pain of lost things and persons.
- Placebo Effect: While not purely religious, there is evidence that belief in the effectiveness of spiritual practices can have a placebo effect, contributing to pain relief by improving the body’s natural healing responses.
- Holistic Approach: Reciting dua is often combined with other practices like seeking medical treatment, creating a holistic approach to healing. This integration of faith and medicine can improve overall well-being.
How to maximize the effect of this dua?
You can maximize the effects of any dua by reciting it with a pure heart and true intentions. Here are a few tips we follow to maximize the effects of dua for headaches and fever.
- Make ablution — Here is the dua for after Wudu.
- Offer two Raa’kat Salah (Salah-ul-Hajaat)
- Pray Allah to reduce the headache and head pain
- Wake up in the last third part of the night (1 hour before Fajr)
- Recite the dua for waking up and offer Tahajjud Salah
- After the Salah, recite the dua for Tahajjud prayer, and ask Allah to cure your headache
- Recite Surah Al-Fatiha to cure headaches and dizziness
Wrap Up
We have discussed the best dua for headaches, migraines, head pain, fever, and dizziness. Inshallah, your pain will disappear after you recite these supplications. We have also provided English transliteration for dua for headaches so Muslims who can’t read Arabic can benefit.
We hope you will find this guide useful and share it with others. Please pray for us, Jazakallah.
FAQs
What is the dua for headache pain in Arabic?
You can recite the following supplications to treat headaches and migraines.
بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ x3
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ وَقُدْرَتِهِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا أَجِدُ وَأُحَاذِرُ x7
أَذْهِبِ الْبَاسَ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، اشْفِ وَأَنْتَ الشَّافِي لاَ شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لاَ يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
What is the dua for headache and fever in English?
Here are the best dua for headache and fever in English.
1- Adhhibil-bāsa rabban-nāsi, ishfi wa anta ash-shāfī lā shifāʾa illā shifāʾuka, shifāʾan lā yughādiru saqaman.
2- Bismillah (x3). A’udhu billahi wa qudratihi min sharri ma ajidu wa uhadhiru. (x7)
What is the dua for migraine and headache dua in Islam?
You can recite the following supplication as migraine dua.
أَسْـأَلُ اللهَ العَـظيـم، رَبَّ العَـرْشِ العَـظيـم أَنْ يَشْفـيك
As’alullāha ‘l-`Aẓīma Rabba ‘l-`Arshil-`Aẓīmi an yashfiyak.
Which surah cures headache and migraine?
You can recite Surah Al-Fatiha (seven times), blow the air on your hands, and rub them on your head to treat migraine and headaches. Additionally, some Muslim scholars advise reciting Surah Al-Ikhlas (three times) to reduce migraines.
What else should you know?
Here is a list of a few powerful dua you should know.
