Indole-3-pyruvic Acid is a compound involved in the biosynthesis of Indole-3-acetic acid a plant hormone which plays important roles in regulating growth and responses to environmental changes.

Potent and selective KV1.3 channel blocker (IC50 values are 0.0019 and 0.65 nM for KV1.3 and KV1.1, respectively). Inhibits CD4+ CCR7- T cell activation. Ameliorates rat experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis, in a model for multiple sclerosis.

Tefludazine, a novel neuroleptic with a benzindone structure, is a compound with good oral activity and antagonistic effects on dopamine and 5-hydroxytryptamine receptors.