if ephedrine is given to humans for a cold then why do they put ephedrine in salt blocks for sick cows?

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if ephedrine is given to humans for a cold then why do they put ephedrine in salt blocks for sick cows?

2007-11-15 07:36:37 · 2 answers · asked by lindar 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

does anybody know if the cow is also being treated for a cold? or is it used for other illnesses in a cow?

2007-11-15 08:44:46 · update #1

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because it works for both species?

2007-11-15 07:48:07 · answer #1 · answered by anotherhumanmale 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Ephedrine is a chemical that acts as a stimulant. Among other effects, it can be used as a decongestant and a bronchodilator. Presumably, it would have beneficial effects on a cow as well as on a human. It is not used in humans as much anymore, because we have found more effective medicines with fewer side effects.

2007-11-15 15:52:23 · answer #2 · answered by kt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋