The molecule is the hydrochloride salt of cocaine. It is a local anesthetic and vasoconstrictor and is clinically used for that purpose, particularly in the eye, ear, nose, and throat. It also has powerful central nervous system effects similar to the amphetamines and is a drug of abuse. It has a role as a local anaesthetic and a central nervous system stimulant. It contains a cocaine(1+).
methyl (1R,2R,3S,5S)-3-benzoyloxy-8-methyl-8-azoniabicyclo[3.2.1]octane-2-carboxylate;chloride