If the animal is constipated, a drench containing 1 pound of Epsom salt dissolved in 1 quart of water should be administered, followed by sulphate of quinin in doses of 30 to 90 grains, according to the size of the animal, four times a day until the system is well saturated with it.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The bowels are mostly constipated during the fever; toward the end the feces may become softer and rather deeply tinged with bile.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The animals are constipated, sometimes have bloody feces, become weak, and exhibit muscular trembling.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler