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R-(-)-3-Acetoxyquinuclidine is a drug that acts as a muscarinic receptor antagonist. It is used to treat hypertension, but also has been shown to have an effect on the central nervous system. R-(-)-3-Acetoxyquinuclidine has been shown to be able to attenuate the effects of oxotremorine, which is a naturally occurring substance in the body that causes contraction of smooth muscle. In addition, it can reduce the contractions of certain types of muscles such as those found in the intestine and bladder. This drug may also be able to block nerve impulses by inhibiting acetylcholine release and activity at nicotinic receptors. Finally, this drug can also cause dilation of blood vessels and decrease blood pressure.