Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in developing drugs that target central nervous system disorders. It serves as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its ability to form stable heterocyclic structures. Commonly employed in the preparation of anticonvulsant and neuroprotective agents. Also utilized in research for designing novel compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Its carboxylic acid functional group allows for easy derivatization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating amides, esters, and other bioactive derivatives.