The definition of 'pharmaceutical substance' in Schedule 1 to the Patents Act 1990 (Cth) encompasses formulations comprising active pharmaceutical ingredients combined with excipients, and accordingly a patent claiming such a formulation is eligible for extension of term under s 70 of the Act.
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