Animal NDC 54771-8728-1 Actogain
Ractopamine Hydrochloride
Animal NDC Product Code 54771-8728-1
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Actogain Animal Product Labeling Information
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Product Labeling Index
- Complete Feed
- Top Dress Feed
- Mixing Directions (Complete Feed)
- Mixing Directions (Liquid Type B Feeds)
- Mixing Directions For Preparing Type C Medicated Top Dress Feed
- Caution
- Warning
Complete Feed
Indications Appropriate Concentration of Ractopamine in Type C Medicated FeedBased on 90% Dry Matter Basis Ractopamine (mg/hd/d) Increased Rate of Weight Gain, and Improved Feed Efficiency 8.2 to 24.6 g/ton (9 to 27 ppm) 70-430 Increased Rate of Weight Gain, Improved Feed Efficiency, and Increased Carcass Leanness 9.8 to 24.6 g/ton (11 to 27 ppm) 90-430 Carcass Measurements Effect of Ractopaminea 8.2 grams/ton (9 ppm) 16.4 grams/ton (18 ppm) 24.6 grams/ton (27 ppm)a The effect of ractopamine on parameters listed in this table is supported by data generated at the doses tested in the clinical field efficacy trials.NC= No Change, ↑= increased, ↓ = decreasedb Steers Onlyc Reduction indicates an improvement in USDA Yield Grade. Hot Carcass Weight, lbs ↑ ↑ ↑ Dressing Percentage, % NC ↑b ↑b Carcass Percent Fat, % NC ↓ ↓ 12th Rib Fat Thickness, in. NC NC NC Average Rib Eye Area, sq. in. ↑ ↑ ↑ USDA Yield Grade NC NC ↓c Marbling Score NC NC NC Rate of Carcass Lean Gain per Day NC ↑ ↑ Efficiency of Carcass Lean Gain per Day NC ↑ ↑
Top Dress Feed
Indications Appropriate Concentration of Ractopamine in Type C Medicated Feeda Ractopamine (mg/hd/d) Increased Rate of Weight Gain and Improved Feed Efficiency Appropriate Concentration of Ractopamine in a minimum of 1.0 lb Top Dressed Type C Medicated Feeda (maximum of 800 g/ton) 70-400aBased on 90% Dry Matter BasisInert Ingredients: Ground corncobs.
Mixing Directions (Complete Feed)
Thoroughly mix Actogain 45 Type A Medicated Article in a ton of appropriate feed ingredients or diluents according to the table below to obtain the proper concentration in the Type B Medicated Feed (maximum 4,920 g/ton). The following table gives examples of how some Type B Medicated Feed concentrations can be prepared: Pounds of Actogain 45a to Add per Ton To Make a Type B Medicated Feed Resulting Ractopamine Concentration in Type B Medicated Feedb grams/ton grams/pound 36.1 1,640 0.82 72.2 3,280 1.64 108.3 4,920 2.46a Actogain 45 contains 45.4g ractopamine hydrochloride per poundb Based on 90% Dry Matter BasisThoroughly mix Actogain 45 Type A Medicated Article in a ton of complete cattle feed according to the table below to obtain the proper concentration in the Type C Medicated Feed. Prepare an intermediate pre-blend of the premix prior to mixing in a complete feed. Thoroughly mix the required amount in a convenient quantity of feed ingredients then add to the remaining feed ingredients to make one ton of complete feed. Pounds of Actogain 45a to Add per Ton To Make a Type C Medicated Feed Resulting Ractopamine Concentration in Type C Medicated Feedb 0.18 8.2 grams/ton (9 ppm) 0.36 16.4 grams/ton (18 ppm) 0.54 24.6 grams/ton (27 ppm)a Actogain 45 contains 45.4g ractopamine hydrochloride per poundb Based on 90% Dry Matter Basis
Mixing Directions (Liquid Type B Feeds)
Thoroughly mix Actogain 45 Type A Medicated Article in a ton of appropriate feed ingredients or diluents according to the table below to obtain the proper concentration in the Type B Medicated Feed (maximum 2300 g/ton).Maintain supplement pH to 4.5 to 7.5. For stored liquid Type B medicated feeds containing ractopamine, recirculate immediately prior to use for not less than 10 minutes, moving not less than 1% of the tank contents per minute from the bottom of the tank to the top. Recirculate daily as described even when not in use.The following table gives examples of how some Type B Medicated Feed concentrations can be prepared: Pounds of Actogain 45a to Add per Ton To Make a Liquid Type B Medicated Feed Resulting Ractopamine Concentration in Liquid Type B Medicated Feed grams/ton grams/pound 36.1 1,640 0.82 44.1 2,000 1.00 50.7 2,300 1.15a Actogain 45 contains 45.4g ractopamine hydrochloride per pound
Mixing Directions For Preparing Type C Medicated Top Dress Feed
Thoroughly mix Actogain 45 Type A Medicated Article in a ton of appropriate feed ingredients or diluents according to the table below to obtain the proper concentration in the Type C Medicated Feed (maximum 800 g/ton). The following table gives examples of how some Type C Medicated Top Dress Feed concentrations can be prepared: Pounds of Actogain 45a to Add per Ton To Make a Type C Medicated Top Dress Feed Resulting Ractopamine Concentration in Type C Medicated Top Dress Feedb Top Dress grams/ton grams/pound mg/pound 2.20 100 0.05 50 4.41 200 0.10 100 6.61 300 0.15 150 8.81 400 0.20 200 17.62 800 0.40 400a Actogain 45 contains 45.4g ractopamine hydrochloride per poundb Based on 90% Dry Matter Basis
Caution
Not for animals intended for breeding.NOT FOR HUMAN USE
Warning
The active ingredient in Actogain, ractopamine hydrochloride, is a beta-adrenergic agonist. Individuals with cardiovascular disease should exercise special caution to avoid exposure. Not for use in humans. Keep out of the reach of children. The Actogain 45 formulation (Type A Medicated Article) poses a low dust potential under usual conditions of handling and mixing. When mixing and handling Actogain, use protective clothing, impervious gloves, protective eye wear, and a NIOSH-approved dust mask. Operators should wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. If accidental eye contact occurs, immediately rinse eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. The material safety data sheet contains more detailed occupational safety information. To report adverse effects, access medical information, or obtain additional product information, call 1-888-963-8471.
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