CAS 1786-05-6: 4-Hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin

4-Hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin is an organic compound, which is a derivative of coumarin. It is synthetically derived through chemical modification processes that introduce a hydroxy group and a phenyl ring to the coumarin core structure. Its mechanism of action involves the inhibition of vitamin K epoxide reductase, an enzyme critical for the cyclic conversion of vitamin K. This inhibition prevents the activation of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors, thereby exerting its anticoagulant effects. In practice, 4-Hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin and its analogs are primarily used as anticoagulants in medical settings to prevent thrombosis and embolism in patients at risk for stroke, myocardial infarction, or atrial fibrillation. Additionally, they have been employed in research settings to study coagulation pathways and the role of vitamin K in various physiological processes. Researchers continue to investigate analogs of 4-Hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin for enhanced specificity and reduced side effects in clinical applications.