Bethanechol:
1. Increases detrusor muscle tone to empty the bladder
2. Decreases gastric acid secretion to treat peptic ulcer disease
3. Stimulates voluntary muscle tone to improve strength
4. Reduces bronchial airway constriction to treat asthma
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