Optaflexx®
Optaflexx®
A high-reward technology, Optaflexx® is a feed additive that provides increased rate of gain, improved feed efficiency and increased carcass leanness when fed to confined finishing cattle. Optaflexx gives producers the flexibility they need to quickly respond to market signals and capitalize on the benefits, whether selling live cattle or on a carcass basis.
Key Product Benefits:
- Dose flexibility
- Enhanced ROI
- Zero-day withdrawal in cattle when treated according to the label
Dosage:
Optaflexx allows feeders to select the dose level that meets their performance objectives in response to market signals.
Develop Your Feeding Program
We encourage you to work closely with your feed mill, nutritionist or Elanco sales representative to identify the best way to incorporate Optaflexx into your cattle feeding program. For more information on Optaflexx or answers to frequently asked questions, contact your Elanco sales representative.
Direction for use
Reward Without Restraints
Directions for Use
Premix
For increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency: Recommended dosage of ractopamine hydrochloride is 10-30 mg/kg in the complete feed on a 100% dry matter basis. Feed continuously as the sole ration to finishing cattle greater than 400 kg for 28 to 42 days prior to slaughter.
For improved carcass leanness: Recommended dosage of ractopamine hydrochloride is 20-30 mg/kg in the complete feed on a 100% dry matter basis. Feed continuously as the sole ration to finishing cattle greater than 400 kg for 28 to 42 days prior to slaughter.
Important: Must be thoroughly mixed into feeds before use. Do not feed undiluted.
Resources
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The label contains complete directions for use, including warnings. Always read, understand, and follow the label, and use directions.
Warning:
No withdrawal period is required in cattle when treated according to the label.
Do not use in calves to be processed for veal.
Do not use in lactating dairy cattle.
When mixing and handling Optaflexx 100 Premix, use protective clothing, impervious gloves, and a dust mask. Operators should wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. If accidental eye contact occurs, immediately rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
The active ingredient in Optaflexx 100 is ractopamine hydrochloride. Ractopamine hydrochloride is a beta-adrenergic agonist. Individuals with cardiovascular disease should exercise special caution to avoid exposure.
Keep out of reach of children.
Not for use in humans.
Storage: Store at or below 25°C.
