There is no specific treatment for IBR. During an outbreak, the use of broad-spectrum, long-acting antibiotics can prevent secondary bacterial pneumonia.
Vaccinating cattle during an outbreak may reduce new cases but is not helpful in animals that have clinical symptoms (Van Donkersgoed and Babiuk, 1991). An intranasal vaccine (Tracherine™) administered as a nasal spray is likely to prevent new cases within 24 hours.
Homeopathy is recommended as a support therapy in affected animals. The choice of remedy is based on symptoms (Macleod, 1981).
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