Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in antiviral and anticancer agents. It serves as a building block in the preparation of nucleoside analogs, which mimic natural nucleosides and interfere with viral replication or tumor cell proliferation. Commonly found in research related to kinase inhibitors and antiparasitic drugs. Also utilized in agrochemicals for developing fungicides due to its ability to disrupt microbial enzyme systems. Its amide and imidazole functionalities make it valuable in medicinal chemistry for enhancing solubility and binding affinity.