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Solid preparation consisting of whole, broken or fragmented plants or parts of plants in an unprocessed state (herbal drug), intended for oral use without requiring transformation (e.g. dissolution or dispersion in water); the material may be dried or fresh, and may be chewed before being swallowed. The word \'plant\' is used in the broader sense to include also algae, fungi and lichens. Certain exudates that have not been subjected to a specific treatment may be included. Herbal teas and instant herbal teas are excluded, as are preparations that are processed or formulated into capsules, granules, powders, etc.
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