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monensin

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monensin
used as a growth promotant in ruminants, produced by cultures of Streptomyces cinnamonensis. Not to be used in horses because of its toxicity in this species.
Large doses in cattle and normal doses in horses cause sudden death due to heart failure. Signs include jugular engorgement, edema and dyspnea. Monensin also increases chances of nitrite poisoning occurring in ruminants fed on high-nitrate rations.
monensin-tiamulin poisoning
simultaneous administration of both compounds can result in the development of monensin poisoning.
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