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Bio-Cox, Sacox
Polyether ionophore antibiotic that disrupts ion transport across coccidia cell membranes, causing osmotic lysis. Selective toxicity toward Eimeria spp.
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 references:All Chicken (Poultry) drugs
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