We am not aware of any veterinarian or researcher indicating that human decongesting agents will affect a calf. It is not a recommended practice, but it should not harm the calf or lead to meat residue problem. If you try it, let us know.
Not aware of any thing of its kind or homeopathic approaches. Check the environmental air quality. Do you smell ammonia? How clean are the premises the calf is introduced to? If you try it, keep notes on the calf and the environment and share your observations.
Mike Hutjens, Extension Dairy Specialist, University of Illinois - Illini DairyNET
J.W. Schroeder, North Dakota State University Dairy Extension
