Synthesis of new 4-(5-chloro-2-oxo-3H-benzoxazol-3-yl) butanamide derivatives and their analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties

In this preliminary screening study for developing potent analgesic and anti-inflammatory compounds, eight new 4-(5-chloro-2-oxo-3H-benzoxazol-3-yl)butanamide derivatives were synthesized and screened for their analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities as well as gastric ulceration potential in tested animals. Their structures were elucidated by their IR, 1H-NMR and elemental analysis. All of the compounds exhibited high analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities. None of the compounds except compound 2g caused gastric lesions or bleeding in tested animals.