Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block for drugs targeting central nervous system disorders due to its structural similarity to known neuroactive molecules. Its amine and lactam functional groups allow for easy modification, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for creating novel analogs. Also explored in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Limited use in industrial applications; mainly confined to research and drug discovery settings.