trans-4-(Trifluoromethyl)cinnamic acid is a photosensitizing compound. It is used as a reagent in the synthesis of various compounds, such as heterocyclic compounds and pharmaceuticals.

Indolidan (LY 195115) induces cardiovascular and adrenal hyperplastic lesions in Fischer 344 rats. Indolidan increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Nicodan is a water-soluble vitamin of the B complex occurring in various animal and plant tissues, which required by the body for the formation of coenzymes NAD and NADP. It possesses pellagra-curative, vasodilating, and antilipemic properties.