A 85380 is a novel, high affinity neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonist. A 85380 exhibits selectivity for the α4β2 nAChR subtypes. A 85380 has a broad-spectrum analgesic profile[1].
[1] Sullivan J P, et al. A-85380 [3-(2 (S)-azetidinylmethoxy) pyridine]: in vitro pharmacological properties of a novel, high affinity α4β2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor ligand[J]. Neuropharmacology, 1996, 35(6): 725-734.
