Medications

SulfaPlex™ Treats many bacterial, fungal, and protozoan infestations Broad spectrum antibiotic and anti-fungal medication Most effective of the sulfa drugs in saltwater Absorbed through gills Overview SulfaPlex™ is an effective and safe treatment for many bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations in the aquarium. While it can be used in both freshwater and saltwater, it is particularly effective against the common bacterial and fungal infections of freshwater fish. It is also among the gentler antibiotics, and great for treating fish that are already stressed. It is easily removed with carbon and does not impair nitrification. Active ingredients: sulfathiazole (69%) Inactive ingredients: excipients (31%) Indications SulfaPlex™ is appropriate for treating a variety of bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations. Below are some of the more common diseases treatable with SulfaPlex™. Be aware that many diseases and infections share similar physical and behavioral symptoms, e.g. clamped fins, lesions, loss of appetite. Directions Dosing in Water Remove all invertebrates - these are extremely sensitive to medication. Turn off UV filters, ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration like MatrixCarbon™and Purigen®. Use 2-3 measures (included) per every every 40 L (10 US gallons). Repeat this dose every 72 hours for a maximum of 3 weeks. Dosing in Food SulfaPlex™ is most effective when used in the water, but it can also be added to the food. Feed the medicated food mix (recipe below) every day until the infection clears or up to 3 weeks. 1 scoop SulfaPlex™ 1 scoop Focus™ 1 tbsp food (preferably pellets or frozen food) A few drops of water if using a dry food To enhance palatability use with GarlicGuard™. After Treating When the treatment period is over, SulfaPlex™ can easily be removed using activated filter carbon like MatrixCarbon™. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media of the tank.

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KanaPlex™ Broad Spectrum Antibiotic Treats fungal and bacterial fish diseases Easily absorbed through both skin and gills; ingestion not required Overview KanaPlex™ is a blended kanamycin based medication that safely and effectively treats several fungal, and bacterial fish diseases (dropsy, popeye, fin/tail rot, septicemia). Because it is absorbed by fish it is useful in treating internal infections in those situations where food is refused. It does not adversely affect the filter bed and is easily removed with carbon. When used in a medicated food mix, it is excellent for treating bacterial infections in tanks that contain invertebrates. For use in freshwater or marine aquaria. Indications KanaPlex™ is appropriate for treating a variety of fungal, and bacterial fish diseases. Below are some of the more common diseases treatable with KanaPlex™. Be aware that many diseases and infections share similar physical and behavioral symptoms, e.g. clamped fins, lesions, loss of appetite. Directions Dosing in Water Remove all invertebrates - these are extremely sensitive to medication. Turn off UV filters, ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration like MatrixCarbon™and Purigen®. Use 1 measure (included) per every 20 L (5 gallons). Repeat this dose every 48 hours to a maximum of 3 doses. In cases of severe infections, it is possible to carry out two rounds of treatment back-to-back. However, this should only be done if fish show no signs of stress at the end of the first round. Dosing in Food Feed the medicated food mix (recipe below) every day until the infection clears or up to 1 week. This medicated food can be refrigerated or frozen between feedings. 1 scoop KanaPlex 1 scoop Focus™ 1 tbsp food (preferably pellets or frozen food) A few drops of water if using a dry food To enhance palatability use with GarlicGuard™. After Treating When the treatment period is over, KanaPlex™ can easily be removed using activated filter carbon like MatrixCarbon™. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media of the tank.

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API® Marine Algaefix controls many types of algae growth in marine (saltwater) and reef aquariums, including Green algae, “Red Slime,” and “Brown Algae” in aquariums containing live corals, invertebrates, and fish, and does not discolor water or cause foaming. API® Marine AlgaeFix® should be used weekly to control algae growth, as part of regular care to reduce aquarium maintenance. API Marine AlgaeFix is an EPA registered product, and will not harm any live element of your saltwater or reef aquarium. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Add 1ml for each 10 gallons or 5 ml for each 50 gallons of aquarium water. SIZE: 8 oz.16 oz.

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Chemiclean cleans stains from red, black, blue-green, and methane (bubble) producing cyanobacteria in marine aquariums. It is completely safe for all fish, corals, invertebrates, and nitrifying bacteria in reef systems. It’s simple, quick and easy to use. Chemiclean works within 48 hours oxidizing trapped organic sludge and promotes an ideal enzyme balance. Chemiclean will clean stains from red cyanobacteria in aquariums. It is completely safe for all fish, corals, invertebrates, desirable macro algae, and nitrifying bacteria in reef systems. It’s simple, quick and easy to use. Chemiclean works within 48 hours oxidizing trapped organic sludge and promotes an ideal enzyme balance. Chemiclean will clean stains from red cyanobacteria in aquariums. THE BENEFITS OF USING CHEMICLEAN: Cleans many types of stains from cyanobacteria Works in fresh and salt water Completely safe for all fish, corals, invertebrates, and nitrifying bacteria

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PolyGuard™ Treats bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases Very broad spectrum freshwater medication Good choice when unsure of the disease Overview PolyGuard™ is the single most effective medication to keep freshwater fish free of disease! It is an effective treatment and safeguard against all prevalent bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases of exotic fish. For use in freshwater or marine aquaria. When our pets are sick, we immediately want to reach for the most powerful medication on the shelf. However, sometimes the right choice to prevent stress is to opt for a gentler medication at first, especially with less severe infections. PolyGuard is among Seachem’s strongest medications, and is best used when you are unsure what disease you are treating or when the fish is suffering from multiple infections. Active ingredients: sulfathiazole (36%), malachite green (1.9%), nitrofurantoin (0.14%), nitrofural (0.14%), quinacrine dihydrochloride (0.27%). Inactive ingredients: excipients (61%) Indications PolyGuard™ is appropriate for treating a variety of bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases of exotic fish. Below are some of the more common diseases treatable with PolyGuard™. Be aware that many diseases and infections share similar physical and behavioral symptoms, e.g. clamped fins, lesions, loss of appetite. Directions Before Treating Remove all invertebrates - these are extremely sensitive to medication. Turn off UV filters, ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration like MatrixCarbon™and Purigen®. Ensure that your tank is fully cycled and stable; poor water quality is the root cause of most fish diseases, and adding medication will do no good if the water chemistry is still bad. Dosing Use 1 measure (included) per every 40 L (10 US gallons) of water. Repeat this dose every 72 hours for a maximum of 2 weeks. Repeat every 3 days for up to 2 weeks or until symptoms disappear. Use whenever introducing new fish. After Treating When the treatment period is over, PolyGuard™ can easily be removed using activated filter carbon like MatrixCarbon™. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media of the tank.

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NeoPlex™ Broad spectrum antibiotic effective against most external infections Safe for marine and freshwater Minimal impact on bio-filter Overview NeoPlex™ is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against most external infections of both marine and freshwater fish. Used as directed, NeoPlex™ will not discolor the water or damage the filter bed. It is well tolerated by invertebrates, although delicate species may be stressed. Active ingredients: neomycin sulfate (43%) Inactive ingredients: excipients (57%) Indications NeoPlex™ is appropriate for treating a variety of external infections of both marine and freshwater fish. Below are some of the more common diseases treatable with NeoPlex™. Be aware that many diseases and infections share similar physical and behavioral symptoms, e.g. clamped fins, lesions, loss of appetite. Directions Dosing in Water Remove all invertebrates - these are extremely sensitive to medication. Turn off UV filters, ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration like MatrixCarbon™and Purigen®. Use 1 measure (included) per every 8 L (2 US gallons). Repeat this dose every 7 days to a maximum of 3 weeks. This will treat external bacterial infections. Dosing in Food Feed the medicated food mix every day until the infection clears or up to 1 week. This will treat internal bacterial infections. This medicated food can be refrigerated or frozen between feedings. 1 scoop NeoPlex™ 1 scoop Focus™ 1 tbsp food (preferably pellets or frozen food) A few drops of water if using a dry food To enhance palatability use with GarlicGuard™. After Treating When the treatment period is over, NeoPlex™ can easily be removed using activated filter carbon like MatrixCarbon™. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media of the tank. Remove with carbon before turning on UV.

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API® AlgaeFix controls the main and most persistent types of algae in freshwater aquariums, and does so without causing harm to your fish or plants. You can use AlgaeFix as part of your aquarium maintenance routine, or to directly treat and control algae. Weekly doses of AlgaeFix will control algal growth and reduce aquarium maintenance over time. Do not use with freshwater crustaceans, including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Add 1 ml for each 10 gallons or 5 ml for each 50 gallons of aquarium water. Repeat dose every three days until algae is controlled. Siphon or scrape any dead algae from aquarium. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. SIZES: 4 oz.8 oz.16 oz.

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Aiptasia Away Aiptasia Away is a 100% reef safe way to remove aiptasia. Please watch the video for instructions.  It all starts with a "Bad" anemone. Do you have Aiptasia Anemones that are just starting to appear? Do you have a tank that's already overgrown with these "bad" anemones? We can help you take care of them before they become a nuisance. They are capable of multiplying very quickly and can harm your corals. We have the product to get your tank back to it's beautiful state. Aiptasia Away is proudly made in the USA. We use the highest quality chemicals available. So we're confident it will exceed your expectations. Aiptasia Away also works on Majano Anemones!   Instructions: Shake well before each use. Turn off pumps and power heads. Simply feed the problem anemone a small amount of Aiptasia Away using the supplied applicator and watch the results. Rinse out applicator with tap water after each use. Do not forget to turn your pumps back on after treatment!   For best results; A 10% water change is recommended within 24 hours after heavy treatment.   WARNING: - Not for human consumption. - Keep away from children. - Do not dose more than 5 ml per 10 gallons of sea water in 24 hours. - In case of eye or skin contact, flush with water.   If Ingested: Drink 2 glasses of water followed by fruit juice or vinegar. Seek medical attention.  

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Ultralife “Red Slime Stain Remover” is a revolutionary time tested product, that will effectively and safely remove Red Slime Stains quickly from aquarium. UltraLife RSSR contains natural cellular matter, select biological accelerators and special supplements proven effective in removing Red Slime Stains from Aquariums, and is Safe for reef tanks, corals, invertebrates, desirable macro-algae, nitrifying bacteria and fish. UltraLife RSSR will accelerate the solubilization and biological digestion of organic solids. In the process, the oxygen uptake rate in your aquarium will increase as a result of this increased biological activity. It is very important that your aquarium is able to support this increased oxygen demand along with your aquatic life`s need for oxygen. Therefore we recommend increasing your O2 levels by the addition of airstones prior to and during treatment. For best results, DO NOT turn off UV Sterilizer or Ozonizer. Continuation of Protein Skimming is recommended but may require adjustment.Due to Increased biological digestion of organic solids we recommend increasing your O2 levels by the addition of airstones prior to and during treatment.No need for Water changes or Removal of Carbon Filtration. Safe for reef tanks, corals, invertebrates, desirable macro-algae, nitrifying bacteria and fish.  Treats up to 300 Gallons (1135 L) Net wt. .71 oz (20 grams) Contains NO ALGAECIDES OR ERYTHROMYCIN SUCCINATE KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN FOR AQUARIUM USE ONLY WARNING: MAY EFFECT PH AND OXYGEN LEVELS Specifications . Powder type treatment . Will treat 300 gallons per bottle . Comes with measuring scoop What’s in the Box 1 container of red slime remover powder measurement scoop.

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Nox-Ich is your answer to killing external parasites upon contact. It is especially effective against the common occurring parasite, ICH. Add just one drop per gallon to eliminate unwanted visitors to your aquarium. Nox-Ich is also effective against Velvet, Fin Rot, Chilondonella, Trichondina as well as many forms of fungi.   Caution: may turn silicone blue/green. 

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API® Melafix is an all-natural antibacterial treatment that works to treat infections in fish. Common bacterial infections are open wounds and abrasions, tail rot, eye cloud, and mouth fungus. API Melafix also promotes regrowth of damaged fins and tissue. Product may be used when adding fish to an aquarium – particularly to smooth the transition from store to home – and if an infection is suspected, but not yet diagnosed. Some fish bought in pet stores are already carrying diseases at the time of purchase, which may be difficult to detect in its early stages.API Melafix will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter the pH, or discolor water. It is safe for use in freshwater, saltwater, and reef aquariums, and in aquariums with live plants. Dose for the recommended amount of time as directed on label, and in accordance with the size of your aquarium. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Add 5 ml per 10 gallons of aquarium water. Dose daily for 7 days. After 7 days, make a 25% water change. SIZES: 4 oz.8 oz.16 oz. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including beta-Myrcene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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API® Pimafix 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 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 will not adversely affect the biological filter, alter pH, or discolor water, and has been formulated to use in conjunction with Melafix to enhance effectiveness against fish diseases. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Add 5 ml per 10 gallons of aquarium water. Dose daily for 7 days. After 7 days, make a 25% water change. SIZES: 4 oz.8 oz.16 oz. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including beta-Myrcene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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API® E.M. ERYTHROMYCIN powder helps broad spectrum treatment and control of bacterial disease, such as body slime, mouth fungus, Furunculosis (open lesions and swelling), bacterial gill disease and hemorrhagic septicemia (blood spots without sign of skin damage). For use in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Can be used with any API Ich, fungus or parasite remedy to help prevent secondary bacterial infection. This medication will not color the aquarium water. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: For each 10 gallons of water, empty one packet directly into aquarium. Repeat dose after 24 hours. Wait another 24 hours then change 25% of the aquarium water. Repeat this treatment for a second time, for a total of 4 doses. Then make a final 25% water change and add fresh activated carbon or replace filter cartridge. SIZES: 10 packets WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Silica, crystalline, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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API® General Cure powder treats a wide variety of parasitic diseases including velvet, fish lice, hole-in-the-head disease (Hexamita spp. & Spironucleus), gill & skin flukes (Dactylogyrus & Gyrodactylus ). For use in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. This medication will not color the aquarium water. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: For each 10 gallons of water, empty one packet directly into aquarium. Repeat dose after 48 hours. Wait another 48 hours then change 25% of the aquarium water and add fresh activated carbon or replace filter cartridge. SIZES: 10 packets WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Metronidazole, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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