Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules targeting central nervous system disorders. Shows potential in the development of novel anxiolytic and anticonvulsant agents due to its structural affinity for GABA receptor modulation. Also explored for its role in creating derivatives with anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. Its fused heterocyclic framework makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug candidates with enhanced metabolic stability and blood-brain barrier penetration.