Majuphal consists of dried galls found on the Quercus infectoria tree (Fam. Fagaceae), a small tree or shrub, 2 to 5 meters high, a native of Greece, Asia Minor, Syria, Persia, and Iran. The galls are excrescences on the twigs, resulting from the puncture and deposit of an egg or eggs of an insect (Cynips gallate tinctoria) on the rudimentary leaves, and buds of various species of oak. These are known as Oak galls and are generally imported into India.
As per Ayurveda Majuphal is astringent, dry, and light in nature; cool in potency and helps to pacify pitta and Kapha. In Ayurveda, it has been successfully used for controlling loose motions in intestinal problems, piles, Women’s gynecological irregular discharges, dental infections, and swellings in the gums.
In modern days decoction or infusion prepared from Majuphal or Oak galls is usually employed as an astringent wash (for skin problems, tightening of loose tissue fibers), enema (for prolapsed or descent of rectum), or gargling (for sore-throat, enlargement of tonsils, stomatitis). The powder of Majuphal is randomly used to promote relief from diarrhea or dysentery. Oak galls support healthy urine flow with a reduction of albumin excretion. Majuphal promotes antioxidant response and helps healthy clotting of blood to prevent hemoglobin loss. Oak gall powder is also recommended as a tooth/ gum scrub to arrest bleeding and strengthen the gum lining.
As per a Scientific study, the Oak galls from Quercus infectoria contain the highest naturally occurring level of tannin, approx. 50–70%; they also contain 2-4% each of gallic and ellagic acid that are polymerized to make tannins. Tannins have been used for hundreds of years for medical purposes and are currently indispensable in dermatology and have been used for tanning leather. Hydrolyzable tannins [gallic and ellagic acid] are present in many different plant species but are found in particularly high concentrations in Oak galls growing on Quercus infectoria. The gallic and ellagic acid hydrolyzable tannins react with proteins to produce typical tanning effects; medicinally, this is important to externally support relief from inflamed or ulcerated tissues. They also contribute to most of the astringent properties of Oak galls and in small insignificant doses, are great for skin whitening and killing microorganisms.
Gallnut Extract
Gallnut extract or Quercus Infectoria extract is claimed to contain tannins 70-90% by Titration. It acts as an astringent, and antioxidant.
Gallnut Powder
Gallnuts powder is a very good drug for internal bleeding and moving teeth. The decoction is usually employed as an astringent wash, gargle, enema, or injection. Tannins are active constituents.
Gallnuts (Majuphal)
Gallnuts or Quercus Infectoria is a very good drug for internal bleeding and moving teeth. The decoction is usually employed as an astringent wash, gargle, enema, or injection.
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