Fish Medications & Health Treatments

AQUASONIC - Methylene Blue Solution (100ml) aids in the treatment and control of white spot disease (Ichthyophthirius Multifiliis) and superficial fungal infections in freshwater aquarium fish. Also prevents fungal infection on fish eggs.   Directions for Use: Methylene Blue is an intensive dyestuff which may cause staining of aquarium equipment and adversely affect the helpful bacterial flora in biological filters. Remove activated carbon or other absorbent materials from filtration system and slow flow rate of sub gravel filtration for duration of treatment. Toxic to plant life at higher than recommended dose rate. Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Do not swallow.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature)   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage.   Dosage Rates: Use at the rate of 5mL per 20 litres of aquarium water. Harmful to corals. Do not overdose. Repeat treatment after 3 days if necessary. To calculate approximate tank capacity: length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1000 for litres.   Note: All fish benefit from a 25% fortnightly water change. When signs of disease are present a partial water change (25% of capacity) is recommended before commencing treatment and every third day thereafter before retreatment until cure is affected.  

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API® BETTAFIX fish remedy is an all-natural, antibacterial fish remedy for Bettas that should be used whenever your Betta exhibits signs of disease, such as wounds, ulcers, mouth fungus, fin & tail rot, slimy patches, and cottony growths. BETTAFIX fish remedy aids in healing damaged tissue as a result of handling, netting, and fighting using the healing power of Melaleuca – a variety of Tea Tree oil – which promotes rapid re-growth of damaged fins and skin.   Instructions: Add 9 drops per pint (473 ml) or 18 drops per quart (946 ml) of bowl or aquarium water. For larger aquariums, add ½ teaspoonful (2.5 ml) per gallon (3.8 L) of water. Repeat dose daily for up to 7 days, and then make a water change. Treatment may be repeated, if necessary. For tropical fish use only.   FAQs: How do I diagnose a health problem in my fish? Many disease symptoms will be clearly visible, such as white streaks, lesions, protruding eyes, and other unusual marks or spots on your fish. If you suspect your fish has a disease, it will fall under the categories of fungal, parasitic, or bacterial. One way to diagnose is by matching fish symptoms to the description of a wide range of API fish remedies, which include treatments specific to Ich disease, Betta fish, and various common symptoms (hole-in-the-head, eye cloud, fin & tail rot, etc.) Does API BETTAFIX™ fish remedy treat popeye? This fish remedy is perfect for wounds, ulcers, mouth fungus, and fin & tail rot, but will not treat popeye. For popeye treatment, API MELAFIX™ fish remedy is recommended. Is API BETTAFIX™ fish remedy safe with invertebrates such as snails and shrimps? Will it harm the biological filter or aquarium plants? API BETTAFIX fish remedy is completely safe with invertebrates such as snails and shrimps, and will not harm the biological filter or aquarium plants.

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Aquasonic Bio-Tet tablets are a broad spectrum antibiotic that treats disease in ornamental fresh & salt water aquarium fish caused by tetracycline sensitive bacteria.   Directions for Use: Do not swallow. Do not use on fish intended for human consumption.Remove activated carbon or other absorbent materials from filtration system and slow flow rate of sub-gravel filtration for the duration of the treatment.Use of an isolated treatment tank as a hospital tank for affected fish is recommended and ensure the water is as similar as possible to the main aquarium (pH, temperature, salinity, etc.) Aerate vigorously during treatment.   Dosage Rate: Use 1 tablet per 20 litres of aquarium water. If conditions do not improve, consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer. Replace aquarium water after successful treatment. To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1,000 for litres.   CAUTION. Keep out of reach of children. For animal treatment only.   First Aid Instructions: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131126, New Zealand 0800 764 766 or a doctor (at once). If swallowed, and more than 15 minutes from a hospital, induce vomiting preferably using Ipecac Syrup APF.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature). Protect from light. Replace lid tightly after use.   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping in paper and placing in garbage.

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API® PIMAFIX fish remedy is an all-natural, antifungal remedy for fish fungal infections, with a formula derived from the West Indian Bay Tree – a proven natural antifungal. API PIMAFIX fish remedy rapidly treats cottony growth, mouth, body fungus, and the reddening of the fins and body, in addition to both internal and external bacterial infections. API PIMAFIX fish remedy will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter pH, or discolor water, and has been formulated to use in conjunction with MELAFIX™ fish remedy to enhance effectiveness against fish diseases.   Add 5 ml per 10 gallons of aquarium water. Dose daily for 7 days. After 7 days, make a 25% water change. Can API MELAFIX™ fish remedy and API PIMAFIX™ fish remedy be used together? Yes, API PIMAFIX fish remedy can be used with all API products, including other fish remedies and treatments.   Do I need to remove my filtration media before using API PIMAFIX™ fish remedy? Products that are designed to remove things from your aquarium, such as filter media, will also remove dosed fish remedy from your tank. For best results from fish remedy, remove your filtration media as you dose.

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White spot disease is a common fish parasite that can be introduced via new fish, plants, etc. These parasites appear as distinct small white spots (pin head size) on the fish's body and fins. Unless prompt action is taken fatalities will occur.   Directions for Use: Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Ensure aquarium water is well aerated for the duration of the treatment. Activated carbon will remove this product from aquarium water resulting in ineffective treatment. Remove from filtration system for duration of treatment. This product contains a dye product which will stain if spilled.   Dosage rates: Use at the rate of 5mL per 20 litres of aquarium water. Harmful to corals. Do not overdose. Repeat treatment after 3 days if necessary. For tetra species, baby fish and scaleless fish (loaches etc.), use at a reduced rate of 5mL per 40 litres of aquarium water.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature). Replace lid tightly after use.   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage.   Safety Instructions: Will irritate the eyes. May irritate the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. If product on skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. Wash hands after use.   First Aid Instructions: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia (13 1126; New Zealand 0800 764 766). If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly. Remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not breathing. If in eyes, holde yes open. flood with water for at least 15minutes and see a doctor. WARNING - Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid breathing vapor.

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AQUASONIC - Methylene Blue Solution (100ml) aids in the treatment and control of white spot disease (Ichthyophthirius Multifiliis) and superficial fungal infections in freshwater aquarium fish. Also prevents fungal infection on fish eggs.   Directions for Use: Methylene Blue is an intensive dyestuff which may cause staining of aquarium equipment and adversely affect the helpful bacterial flora in biological filters. Remove activated carbon or other absorbent materials from filtration system and slow flow rate of sub gravel filtration for duration of treatment. Toxic to plant life at higher than recommended dose rate. Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Do not swallow.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature)   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage.   Dosage Rates: Use at the rate of 5mL per 20 litres of aquarium water. Harmful to corals. Do not overdose. Repeat treatment after 3 days if necessary. To calculate approximate tank capacity: length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1000 for litres.   Note: All fish benefit from a 25% fortnightly water change. When signs of disease are present a partial water change (25% of capacity) is recommended before commencing treatment and every third day thereafter before retreatment until cure is affected.

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Aquasonic Bactonex assists in the prevention of bacterial, fungal and protozoal (Velvet, whitespot, chilodonella, Trichodina & Trichodinella) infections in fresh and salt water fish.   When to Use: When water is changed. When new fish are added and in quarantine aquariums. When fish show signs of listlessness or are off feed.   Directions for Use: Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Ensure aquarium water is well aerated during treatment. Do not use activated carbon in the filtration system during treatment as this will remove the product from the aquarium water. If sub-gravel filtration is being used, slow down the flow rates during treatment. This product contains a dye which will stain if spilled.   Dose Rate: Add 10mL per 40 litres of aquarium water. Repeat after 5 days if necessary. DO NOT OVERDOSE. If improvement does not occur, consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer.TO GIVE NUMBER OF LITRES: To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (all in cms) and divide by 1000 for litres.   Active constituents: Each mL of solution contains: 1.66mg Aminacrine hydrochloride and 0.025mg Methylene blue.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature).   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping in paper and placing in garbage.   Remember: High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.

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Aquasonic Paragone tablets aid in the control of most external fish parasites including Fish lice (argulus spp), Gill Flukes (Ergasilus spp) and Anchor worms (Lernea spp).   Directions for Use: Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Fish rubbing and scratching on objects is indicative of parasitic infestations. Para-Gone tablets aid in the control of most external fish parasites including: Fish lice (Argulus spp), Skin & Gill Flakes (Ergasilus spp), and Anchor Worms (Lernaea spp) in fresh and saltwater aquariums. Does not aid in the treatment of bacterial and viral infections.   Do Not Overdose: Do not treat marine invertebrates (shellfish & anemones). Remove from aquaria and wait 5 days after last treatment before returning to aquaria.*Para-Gone treatment may adversely affect species of Plecostomus and Bristle Nose type catfish, as well as Metynnis (Silver Dollar type fish).   Dosage and Administration: Use 1 tablet per 40 litres of aquarium water. For Fish Lice (Argulus spp) and Gill Flukes (Ergasilus spp) repeat the treatment after 7 days until all signs of parasitic infection are eradicated. During treatment it is advisable to keep the temperature of the aquarium water at 25C and to maintain the pH between 6 and 7. For Anchor Worms (Lernea spp) foloow the above treatment regime but repeat treatments at 5 day intervals until all adults are killed. A colder water 20C temperature allows treatment to be repeated at 12 day intervals.   Remember: High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1,000 for litres.Pre-dissolve tablets in a disposable cup before addition to aquarium water. Refer to disposal statemetn for cup after use. NOTE: A small residue of insoluble matter will be eveident after dissolving tablets. This residue is harmless to fish.

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Aquasonic Ichonex assists in the treatment of white spot (Ichthyophirius multifillis) disease, without the toxic effects of conventional treatments and without staining.   Directions for Use: Do not use on fish intended for human consumption. Ensure aquarium water is well aerated during treatment. Do not use activated carbon in the filtration system during treatment as this will remove the product from the aquarium water. If sub-gravel filtration is being used, slow down the flow rates during treatment. This product contains a dye which will stain if spilled.   Dose Rate: Treatment should be over three days as follows: Initially add 5ml per 40litres of aquarium water. On days 2 and 3 use at half the initial rate.TO GIVE NUMBER OF LITRES: To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (all in cms) and divide by 1000 for litres.   Remember: High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature). Replace lid tightly after use.   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping paper and placing in garbage.   First Aid Instructions: For advice, contact the Poisons Information Centre (phone Australia 13 11 26; New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor (at once).

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Aquasonic Ichonex assists in the treatment of white spot (Ichthyophirius multifillis) disease, without the toxic effects of conventional treatments and without staining.   Directions for Use: Do not use on fish intended for human consumption. Ensure aquarium water is well aerated during treatment. Do not use activated carbon in the filtration system during treatment as this will remove the product from the aquarium water. If sub-gravel filtration is being used, slow down the flow rates during treatment. This product contains a dye which will stain if spilled.   Dose Rate: Treatment should be over three days as follows: Initially add 5ml per 40litres of aquarium water. On days 2 and 3 use at half the initial rate.TO GIVE NUMBER OF LITRES: To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (all in cms) and divide by 1000 for litres.   Remember: High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.   Storage: Store below 30C (Room Temperature). Replace lid tightly after use.   Disposal: Dispose of empty container by wrapping paper and placing in garbage.   First Aid Instructions: For advice, contact the Poisons Information Centre (phone Australia 13 11 26; New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor (at once).

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API® PIMAFIX fish remedy is an all-natural, antifungal remedy for fish fungal infections, with a formula derived from the West Indian Bay Tree – a proven natural antifungal. API PIMAFIX fish remedy rapidly treats cottony growth, mouth, body fungus, and the reddening of the fins and body, in addition to both internal and external bacterial infections. API PIMAFIX fish remedy will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter pH, or discolor water, and has been formulated to use in conjunction with MELAFIX™ fish remedy to enhance effectiveness against fish diseases.   Add 5 ml per 10 gallons of aquarium water. Dose daily for 7 days. After 7 days, make a 25% water change. Can API MELAFIX™ fish remedy and API PIMAFIX™ fish remedy be used together? Yes, API PIMAFIX fish remedy can be used with all API products, including other fish remedies and treatments.   Do I need to remove my filtration media before using API PIMAFIX™ fish remedy? Products that are designed to remove things from your aquarium, such as filter media, will also remove dosed fish remedy from your tank. For best results from fish remedy, remove your filtration media as you dose.

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Aquasonic Paragone tablets aid in the control of most external fish parasites including Fish lice (argulus spp), Gill Flukes (Ergasilus spp) and Anchor worms (Lernea spp).   Directions for Use: Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Fish rubbing and scratching on objects is indicative of parasitic infestations. Para-Gone tablets aid in the control of most external fish parasites including: Fish lice (Argulus spp), Skin & Gill Flakes (Ergasilus spp), and Anchor Worms (Lernaea spp) in fresh and saltwater aquariums. Does not aid in the treatment of bacterial and viral infections.   Do Not Overdose: Do not treat marine invertebrates (shellfish & anemones). Remove from aquaria and wait 5 days after last treatment before returning to aquaria.*Para-Gone treatment may adversely affect species of Plecostomus and Bristle Nose type catfish, as well as Metynnis (Silver Dollar type fish).   Dosage and Administration: Use 1 tablet per 40 litres of aquarium water. For Fish Lice (Argulus spp) and Gill Flukes (Ergasilus spp) repeat the treatment after 7 days until all signs of parasitic infection are eradicated. During treatment it is advisable to keep the temperature of the aquarium water at 25C and to maintain the pH between 6 and 7. For Anchor Worms (Lernea spp) foloow the above treatment regime but repeat treatments at 5 day intervals until all adults are killed. A colder water 20C temperature allows treatment to be repeated at 12 day intervals.   Remember: High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.To calculate approximate tank capacity multiply length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1,000 for litres.Pre-dissolve tablets in a disposable cup before addition to aquarium water. Refer to disposal statemetn for cup after use. NOTE: A small residue of insoluble matter will be eveident after dissolving tablets. This residue is harmless to fish.

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