Synthesis of 2'-acetoxybiphenyl-2-carboxylic acid and its derivatives as potential anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents.

2'-Acetoxybiphenyl-2-carboxylic acid and a series of derivatives were synthesized. The title compound and its unsubstituted amide had both anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Its aminoethyl esters exhibited only analgesia. None of the compounds showed any significant antimicrobial activity.