Monensin
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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.
| Descriptor ID |
D008985
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| MeSH Number(s) |
D03.383.312.600
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| Concept/Terms |
Monensin Sodium- Monensin Sodium
- Monensin-A-Sodium Complex
- Monensin A Sodium Complex
- Monensin Monosodium Salt
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