没食子 / 橡倍子 / 墨石子 — Quercus infectoria G.Olivier

Pinyin: Mòshízǐ / Xiàngbèizǐ · Malay: Manjakani / Majakani / Buah Manjakani · Family: Fagaceae (壳斗科)

Energetics

Neutral to slightly Cool (平 / 微凉)

Flavor

Bitter, strongly astringent, slightly sweet (苦、极涩、微甘)

Meridians

Lung (肺), Spleen (脾), Kidney (肾), Large Intestine (大肠)

Traditional Edict

Astringes intestines to halt diarrhea, stops bleeding, binds vaginal discharge, firms prolapsed tissues, and heals wounds. Sovereign queen of Malay postpartum pelvic restoratives (Jamu Rapat).

Cautions & Contraindications

Powerful astringent; internal overuse causes constipation. STRICTLY CONTRAINDICATED in acute un-cleared dysentery or active pelvic inflammatory infections.

Clinical Applications

Postpartum vaginal wall laxity, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic leukorrhea, MRSA and Candida albicans dysbiosis, bleeding hemorrhoids, and ulcerative gingivitis.

Quality Markers

Gallotannins (Tannic Acid) >= 50.00% & Gallic Acid >= 5.00% (Chinese Pharmacopoeia / MHM standard)

Mechanism & Phytochemistry

1. High-molecular gallotannins (50-70%) precipitate surface mucosal proteins, forming a protective impermeable barrier that physically tightens tissue and cross-links dermal collagen. 2. Gallic acid and ellagic acid lyse bacterial walls of MRSA and Gardnerella (MIC 0.4-0.8 mg/mL). 3. Inhibits pelvic MMP-2 and MMP-9.

Preparation & Dosage

Dried galls in decoction: 3-10 g daily. YeMama Intimate Postpartum Wash / Sitz Bath: 10-15 g crushed galls boiled in 1 L water. Topical micro-powder: 0.5-1.5 g.

Appended Prescriptions

1. Royal Malay Postpartum Perineal & Pelvic Restorative Wash with Piper betle (Sirih) and Uncaria gambir. 2. Classical Chronic Diarrhea Astringent Formulation with Terminalia chebula and Nutmeg.

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