Although therapeutic activity of Quince has been mentioned in TPM different and wide pharmacological activities such as
antimicrobial, antifungal, antiulcerative, antioxidant and anti- cancer effects of it was.discovered recently l44-49] The results of this study showed that Quince syrup, as a traditional drug in gastroesophageal disorder is as effective as omeprazole syrup in reducing symptoms of GERD in pediatrics (Tables 2, 3- and 5). In this study. ISS and CSS, as. indicators for GERD symptoms. were significantly decreased in all treatment groups. This research was conducted for the first time as one of the suggested methods of treatment in TPM for patients suffering from GERD symptoms. It is worth mentioning that some primary studies had already been conducted with the Quince jam to demonstrate the efficiency of such treatment 132].