Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases. Its structure supports the creation of peptidomimetics and enzyme inhibitors due to the presence of functional groups that can engage in hydrogen bonding and molecular recognition. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing heterocyclic scaffolds with potential therapeutic activity. Also utilized in the preparation of labeled derivatives for biochemical assays and receptor binding studies.