H1B petition approved in 2007, Can I use it as CAP Exemption?

Hi

H1B petition approved in 2007, Can I use it as CAP Exemption?

Just petition approved …not Visa stamped.

This is like more than 7 years.

I have been told by my friend that the petition can be used as a CAP exemption with in 8 years.

Is it correct?

Please suggest how do I take it forward?

Cheers

Kamal