Loxoprofen Ring-opening IMpurity

Uses

4-(1-Carboxyethyl)-δ-oxo-benzenehexanoic Acid is a degradation product of Loxoprofen (L472900, Na salt), a non-selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that has been effective in reducing atherosclerosis in mice by reducing inflammation. It becomes active after metabolism in the body and inhibits the activation of cyclooxygenase.