Used primarily in research settings as a selective antagonist for the 5-HT2C receptor, making it valuable in studies related to serotonin signaling. It helps investigate the role of this receptor in behaviors such as feeding, mood regulation, and reward processing. Due to its specificity, it is employed in neuroscience to dissect pathways involved in depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Also utilized in pharmacological assays to validate the activity of new compounds targeting serotonin receptors. Not intended for clinical or therapeutic use in humans.