Three-Day Sickness (Bovine Ephemeral Fever) in Cattle

- Treatment

There is no specific treatment.

Symptomatic and Supportive Therapy

1. Anti-inflammatory Drugs

·       Flunixin meglumine, Ketoprofen, Meloxicam

to alleviate fever, pain and Inflammation

2. Calcium Therapy

Intravenous calcium borogluconate is beneficial in recumbent animals.

3. Fluid Therapy

Used in dehydrated animals.

4. Antibiotics

Used to prevent secondary bacterial infections.

5. Nursing Care

·       Soft bedding

·       Frequent turning of recumbent animals

·       Easy access to feed and water