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Salinomycin
Bio-Cox, Sacox
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Mechanism of Action
Polyether ionophore antibiotic that disrupts ion transport across coccidia cell membranes, causing osmotic lysis. Selective toxicity toward Eimeria spp.
Side effects & warnings
TOXIC to horses — even small amounts are lethal. TOXIC to turkeys. Do not allow access to equines. Do not combine with tiamulin (potentiates ionophore toxicity). Observe withdrawal period.
Species with Salinomycin dosing data (1 dose rule)
Evidence levels across 1 dose rule
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Backed by a published primary source
- · FDA NADA Label
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