Metronidazole powder is an antibiotic (for anaerobic bacteria) and anti-protozoa medication used to treat a wide range of conditions internally and externally in fish. Metronidazole has been shown to be highly effective against internal and external flagellates. It is also effective against protozoan parasites such as Cryptocaryon in marine aquaria or against Hexamita and Ichthyophthirius.… Continue reading Metronidazole Powder
Month: November 2021
Methylene Blue
Methylene Blue is a chemical dye with antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic properties. It is most often used to avoid fungus killing eggs from a spawn; however, can be used on older fish with caution as noted below. For freshwater or saltwater. Dose a pinch at a time or by premixing a solution with 1/2 teaspoon… Continue reading Methylene Blue
Malachite Green
Malachite Green is a chemical dye with antimicrobial properties to help fight disease. It has many uses from treating external parasites, such as ich, in both freshwater and saltwater environments as well as treating certain fungal diseases. Treats: Egg fungus, ich and other common external parasites, oodinium (Velvet), Saprolegnia Treatment: Bath: Add 1-2 mg per… Continue reading Malachite Green
Levamisole Powder
Levamisole Powder is an often recommended medication for treating parasites, especially camallanus worm. Unfortunately this medication must be dosed low enough to keep the fish safe as it is very hard on the liver and may not always kill the parasite. More often than not it will only paralyze the parasite. This is why it… Continue reading Levamisole Powder
Kanamycin Sulfate
Kanamycin Sulfate is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is bacteriocidal for many bacterial strains and is useful in controlling many bacterial infections, including Aeromonas, Vibrio, Flexibacter and Mycobacteria in both freshwater and saltwater environments. It is also referred to as a super drug when combined with Nitrofurazone and/or Metronidazole as the synergistic properties between these… Continue reading Kanamycin Sulfate
General Trio Powder
General Trio Powder is a blend of kanamycin, metronidazole and nitrofurazone. This combination is known as a “super cure” as it covers a wide spectrum of ground. This triple hitting medication is an excellent treatment option when you are unsure what is ailing your fish. The individual medications in this mix are: Kanamycin Sulfate is… Continue reading General Trio Powder
General Parasite Cure
General Parasite Cure is a blend of pure metronidazole and pure praziquantel. No fillers to interfere with treatment. This combination has shown to be more effective than using each drug on its own. Metronidazole is an anti-protozoan medication and praziquantel is a broad spectrum deworming medication. A 50 gram jar of General Parasite Cure powder… Continue reading General Parasite Cure
General Antibiotic Cure
General Antibiotic Cure is a blend of pure erythromycin and pure doxycycline hyclate. No fillers to interfere with treatment. This combination has shown to be more effective than using each drug on its own. Erythromycin is a common antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial ailments. Non-toxic to invertebrates. Doxycycline Hyclate is a broad… Continue reading General Antibiotic Cure
Fenbendazole Powder
Fenbendazole Powder is a highly effective worming agent for freshwater and saltwater tropical species. Using pure veterinary grade powder will offer the most success. Don’t be fooled by some who claim their products are without filler, yet when you weight the packets it is clear fillers are used. Due to issues with successful treatment of… Continue reading Fenbendazole Powder
Erythromycin Powder
A 50 gram jar of Erythromycin is the equivalent of 200 packets commonly available in the fish hobby. Save by purchasing in bulk! Erythromycin is a common antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial ailments. Non-toxic to invertebrates. Common behavioral changes that indicate a bacterial infection include clamped fins, swollen eyes, gills held open,… Continue reading Erythromycin Powder