Effect of Nicarbazin on Incubation Variables of Eggs from Creole Hens of Mexico

Abstract

Nicarbazin (NCZ) is an equimolar complex of 4,4’-dinitrocarbanilide and 2-hydroxy-4,6- dimethylpyrimidine Ott et al. [1]. It is an anticoccidial agent used in the poultry industry. Its main function is to prevent multiplication and proliferation of parasites of Eimeria genus in the intestinal tract, avoiding tissue damage, decreased feed consumption, reduced nutrient absorption, dehydration, blood loss, skin depigmentation and susceptibility to other pathogens in birds McDougald & Fitz-Coy [2]. Nevertheless, its application has not been entirely beneficial.