The molecule is the ester obtained by formal condensation of mandelic acid and 3,3,5-tricyclohexanol. It is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used to dilate blood vessels. It has a role as a vasodilator agent. It is a carboxylic ester and a secondary alcohol. It derives from a mandelic acid and a 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexanol.
(3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl) 2-hydroxy-2-phenylacetate