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Quince (Safarjal) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Quince (Safarjal) (Cydonia oblonga), addressing digestive issues, diarrhea, nausea.

supplementsunani-islamic-medicineBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Digestive IssuesDiarrheaNauseaHigh Blood PressureLiver SupportRespiratory Issues

Ingredients

  • Quince (Safarjal) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Quince (Safarjal) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Quince (Safarjal)

Full profile
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)
  • Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Quince (Safarjal) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Quince (Safarjal) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Use Caution

This herb is processed through the liver, which is already working harder during pregnancy — generally used cautiously and not at high/concentrated doses without guidance. This is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Use Caution

Liver-processed compounds can appear in breast milk — generally used cautiously and in moderation.

Children

Use Caution

A child's liver is still developing its full drug/herb-processing capacity — these herbs are generally used cautiously and at reduced, age-appropriate doses.

May affect blood pressure

Watch for: Antihypertensive medications (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, diuretics)

Combined use can push blood pressure too high or too low — monitor readings if you take blood pressure medication.

Processed by the liver

Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)

Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.