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2-Amino-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is an analgesic that belongs to the group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is a member of the class of chemical compounds known as aminopyridines. 2-Amino-3-pyridinecarbonitrile has been shown to have a high affinity for binding to the water vapor in cells, and has physiological effects on tissues. 2APC binds to adenosine receptors in cell membranes and blocks their activation. As a result, it inhibits the release of substances such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes that are involved in inflammation. This drug also has an inhibitory effect on the growth of cancerous cells by interfering with cell proliferation.

1,3-Thiazol-2-ylmethanol is a macrocyclic compound that has a structure similar to that of the natural product phenylbutazone. It is synthesized from 1,3-thiazol-2-amine and benzaldehyde by dehydrogenative condensation. The ligand binds with metal ions via its thionyl group. The metal ion coordinates with the chloride anion and the ligand to produce a planar geometry. This process also produces a distillate that contains phenylbutazone as a major product.