Coccidiosis is a burdensome challenge for the global poultry production and existing traditional coccidiosis prevention strategies encounter several challenges. The Aflocox® range is a novel tool towards the management of coccidial risk, taking into consideration the particulars of different production systems. It provides an alternative and can be part of a complementary approach towards the mitigation of coccidial risk, by harnessing the synergistic effect of selected plant bio-actives.
Anti-parasitic effect
Aflocox® interferes with the Eimeria cell wall synthesis. Aflocox® contains triterpenoid saponins that bind to the cholesterol of the protozoan cell membrane. This leads to incomplete oocyst wall synthesis and eventually to partial cell lysis and cell death.
Enhancing immunity
Aflocox® contains several bio-active immunomodulatory compounds that reinforce the bird’s immunity during coccidial infection.
Reducing oxidative stress
Reactive oxidative species are produced by the host’s cellular immune response during invasion by Eimeria species. Although this plays a role in defending against parasitic infections, when concentrations exceed a certain level, they cause tissue damage and cytotoxicity. The antioxidant bio-actives within Aflocox® can alleviate excessive oxidative stress.