Alepterolic acid is primarily used in research settings for its potential anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. It has been investigated for its role in modulating cellular pathways related to oxidative stress, making it a compound of interest in studies on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Its ability to interact with key enzymes involved in inflammation suggests possible applications in developing therapeutics for chronic inflammatory conditions. Additionally, alepterolic acid serves as a chemical marker in the standardization of certain medicinal plant extracts, particularly those derived from *Aleurites* species, supporting quality control in herbal medicine production. Ongoing studies also explore its antimicrobial activity against select pathogens, which may inform future antimicrobial agent development.