Herbal substance
The term "Herbal substance" refers to various forms of plant matter, commonly applied as key components of herbal remedies or plant-based medications.
Herbal substances come from plants and can be used in a range of different medicinal and therapeutic products. The European Medicines Agency define herbal substances as “whole, fragmented or cut plants, plant parts, algae, fungi, lichen in an unprocessed, usually dried form, but sometimes fresh”.
Are medical cannabis products classed as herbal substances?
Yes. Medical cannabis products include medical cannabis flower, medical cannabis oil, and other forms of extracts from the cannabis plant. All fall under the definition of herbal substance.
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If you would like to learn more about medical cannabis in the UK, Releaf is here to help. In addition to this medical cannabis glossary, we have an extensive blog and education hub to explore, both filled with resources that UK medical cannabis patients, prescribers, and educators have been asking for.
