Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to its ability to engage in hydrogen bonding and π-π interactions, enhancing binding affinity to biological targets. Also employed in the preparation of fluorinated heterocyclic compounds to improve metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Its nitrile and pyrrole functionalities allow for further functionalization, enabling diverse structural modifications in drug discovery programs.