MONENSIN

• Chemical abstract service (CAS) registry number: 22373-78-0
• Molecular formula: C₃₆H₆₂O₁₁
• Molecular Weight: 670.88
• Appearance: Brown granules/powder.
• Loss on drying: Not more than 5.0%.
• Heavy metals: Not more than 0.002%.
• Arsenic: Not more than 0.0002%.
• Assay: Should be 90.0%~110.0% of the labeled amount.
• Efficacy

    Monensin exhibits both antimicrobial and anticoccidial activity. It acts via complexation of monovalent cations. Its lipophilic structure facilitates transport of cations through biological membranes altering normal concentration gradients. Monensin is mainly active against Gram-positive bacteria. Therapeutic effects of monensin in cattle are explained as a result of a shift in ruminal fermentation characteristics leading to higher propionate concentrations at the expense of other volatile fatty acids (e.g. acetate, butyrate) and effects on energy metabolism including reduced blood ketones and increased serum glucose. These changes may also result in growth efficiency enhancement through improvements in energy capture from feed and protein utilization.

• Indications

    As an aid in the prevention of coccidiosis in chicken, growing turkey and cattle. Improve feed efficiency and increase the rate of weight gain in growing cattle.

• Usage and dosage

    Chicken and growing turkey: 90-110g per 1000kgs feed.

      Cattle: 11-33g per 1000kgs feed.

• Withdrawal period: 5 days.
• Storage: Tightly sealed and stored in a dry place at room temperature.
• Shelf life: 2 years.
• Content: 20%, 40%