Sacox 120 microGranulate

Description

MicroGranulate premix containing 120 g/kg sodium salinomycin, suitable for poultry and pigs.

BY LAW, THIS PRODUCT MUST NOT BE USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING GROWTH OR INCREADED YIELD IN RUMINANTS.

Pack Sizes

Available in 25 kg bags

Action

Salinomycin is coccidiocidal via disturbance of the parasite's intracellular ion concentration.

Indication

Poultry: For the prevention of coccidiosis caused by Eimeria acervulina, E. brunetti, E. maxima, E. mivati, E. necatrix and E. tenella in broiler chickens and in replacement birds intended for use as caged layers.
Pigs: For enhancing productivity by increasing the rate of weight gain and improving feed efficiency of grower/finisher pigs.

Dosage

Poultry: For use in broiler chickens and replacement pullets only. Should be incorporated into a premix prior to mixing into finished feed. Add 0.5 kg to each tonne of chicken feed to produce a salinomycin level of 60 g/tonne in the finished feed, which should be fed continuously as the sole ration.
Pigs: For piglets less than 4 months of age, add 0.25 - 0.5 kg/tonne of feed to achieve a salinomycin level of 30 to 60 g/tonne in the finished feed. For pigs greater than 6 months of age, add 0.125 - 0.25 kg/tonne of feed to achieve a salinomycin level of 15 to 30 g/tonne in the finished feed. Should be incorporated into a premix prior to mixing into finished feed.
Medicated feed must be labelled with appropriate precautions.

Contraindication

Do not exceed recommended use levels. Do not allow dogs, horses or other equines access to feeds containing monensin. Ingestion by dogs and horses may be fatal.

Do not feed to animals receiving tiamulin or any drug that affects biotransformation in the liver.
Care must be exercised when feeding concurrently with antimicrobials.

Withholding times

Meat: Nil
Eggs: Eggs from treated birds must not be sold for human consumption for 10 days following the last treatment

Human First Aid, Symptoms of Poisoning

DANGER

Toxic if swallowed
Causes skin irritation
May cause damage to the nervous system
through prolonged or repeated exposure
Causes serious eye damage
Hazardous to terrestrial vertebrates
Handling Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection. Do not breathe dust.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while using this product. Remove protective clothing and wash before reuse.
Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Store product locked up.
First Aid
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call the National Poisons Centre (0800 764 766) or doctor/physician. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Rinse mouth.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: get medical advice/attention
If exposed or if you feel unwell: Call the National Poisons Centre or a doctor/physician.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call the National Poisons Centre or a doctor/physician.
Symptoms of poisoning may include irregular breathing, tremor, and eye and skin irritation.
Environmental Protection:
Hazardous to terrestrial vertebrates. Avoid release to the environment. Collect spillage. In case of spillage wear appropriate protective clothing and prevent material from entering waterways. Absorb spills with inert material
and place in waste containers. Wash area with water and absorb with further inert material.
Disposal: Shake empty bag into medicated feed. Destroy empty containers by puncturing or shredding. Dispose of product, waste and packaging at an approved landfill or equivalent facility.

Other

Store below 30°C in a dry place.
ACVM Registration Number A07640

Associated Documents

Sacox 120 NZ Label Sacox 120 SDS Sacox 120 Brochure