2-[(4-Acetylphenyl)methyl]cyclopentan-1-one is a possible metabolite 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.
![2-[(4-Acetylphenyl)methyl]cyclopentan-1-one Structure](/CAS/20180703/GIF/96824-28-1.gif)