Used in research settings as a selective antagonist for serotonin receptors, particularly the 5-HT2A subtype, to study neurological pathways and potential treatments for psychiatric disorders. It has been utilized in behavioral pharmacology experiments to investigate the role of serotonin in mood, perception, and cognition. Due to its specificity, it serves as a tool compound in differentiating receptor-mediated effects in neurochemical assays. Not intended for therapeutic use or human consumption.