Sofinicline benzenesulfonate (ABT 894 benzenesulfonate) is a novel nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist, specifically acting on the α4β2 subtype of nAChR ( IC 50 =0.1 nM). Sofinicline benzenesulfonate has the potential to improve cognitive function, including attention, memory and working memory. Sofinicline benzenesulfonate can be used in studies of attention deficit, hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).