Monensin

Synonyms

Coban

Monensin A Sodium Complex

Monensin Monosodium Salt

Monensin Sodium

Monensin-A-Sodium Complex

Rumensin

An antiprotozoal agent produced by Streptomyces cinnamonensis. It exerts its effect during the development of first-generation trophozoites into first-generation schizonts within the intestinal epithelial cells. It does not interfere with hosts' development of acquired immunity to the majority of coccidial species. Monensin is a sodium and proton selective ionophore and is widely used as such in biochemical studies.