How do you treat a betta with KanaPlex?
Dosing in Water 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
Is KanaPlex safe for betta fish?
Each dose was good for 48 hrs so this method worked perfect for meMy Betta has been getting 100% water changes for a total of 11 days He is showing some improvement His fins don’t look as ratty Since he had no side effects from this medication I feel it is safe to use
How many gallons does KanaPlex treat?
Seachem Use in BFA Item # KanaPlex 5 gm Saltwater & Freshwater SC08810 Vial Weight Scoops per Vial Package Fully Treats 5 grams 40 Scoops 67 Gallons x 3 Doses
Can you use aquarium salt with KanaPlex?
With the slower-acting Tail Rot, we recommend the salt along with NeoPlex or KanaPlex mixed with frozen food and Focus for bonding Some salt in the water and some SeaChem Metroplex and Focus in the frozen food will usually do the trick In severe cases, you can add SeaChem Metroplex in the water
How do you use KanaPlex for fish?
DIRECTIONS: Use 1 level measure (included) to every 20 L (5 gallons) Repeat every 2 days until symptoms disappear or up to a maximum of 3 doses Turn off UV, ozone, and chemical filtration To feed, blend 1 measure with about 1 tablespoon of frozen food paste
Is KanaPlex safe for healthy fish?
Possibly KanaPlex™ is an antibacterial medication that can be stressful to plants and invertebrates (corals, mushrooms, shrimp, crabs, etc) It is fine to use KanaPlex™ in the fish’s food in these kinds of tanks though, and is our preferred method for treating bacterial infections in reef or planted systems
How do you put KanaPlex in fish food?
Use 1 scoop KanaPlex, 1 tbsp food (pellets or frozen food), food enhancers such as garlic to make the mixture more palatable, a few drops of water if using a dry food After Treatment: When the treatment period is over, KanaPlex™ can easily be removed using activated filter carbon
Does KanaPlex make water cloudy?
Cloudy water is a little bit improved but still fuzzy I have a MP10 blasting full on one side and the Tidal 55 at full on the other side Flow and surface agitation is crazy in this QT I noticed when I dose the Kanaplex + Metro or API general cure, the water will get cloudy
Can I use KanaPlex and ParaGuard together?
KanaPlex is capable of treating both external and internal bacterial infections, so there is no reason to use these together ParaGuard can be used to treat external parasites while NeoPlex is used to treat more serious intestinal bacterial infections
What does seachem ParaGuard treat?
USE: ParaGuard is used for treating a variety of parasitic infections of exotic fish It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank
What does erythromycin treat in fish?
ERYTHROMYCIN fish remedy 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
What causes dropsy?
Cause The bacterial agent that causes Dropsy is one of several gram-negative bacteria commonly present in aquarium habitats The underlying cause of fish becoming infected in the first place is a compromised immune system that leaves the fish susceptible to infection
How do you use the Kanaplex and MetroPlex?
To use MetroPlex™ in conjunction with Kanaplex™, I recommend you mix one of the medications with food (preferably frozen) using our Focus™, and mix one directly into the water
Does Kanaplex treat columnaris?
This is a great medication and you can treat an entire aquarium in the water column since it is absorbed through the skin and gills Columnaris: Kanaplex (combined with Furan 2) is the only product that has successfully treated columnaris in my main tank
How do you treat a fish bacterial infection?
Effective treatments include levamisole, metronidazole or praziquantel Metronidazole and praziquantel are especially effective when used as food soaks Antibiotics such as nitrofurazone or erythromycin may also help prevent secondary bacterial infections
What is septicemia in fish?
Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (syn Egtved) is a systemic infection of several salmonid and a growing list of marine and freshwater fish that is caused by viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus The infection may occur in fish of any age, resulting in significant mortality, and fish that survive may become carriers
What does aquarium salt do?
AQUARIUM SALT promotes fish health by improving gill function, making it easier for fish to breathe It also provides essential electrolytes that fish need to reach peak coloration and vitality These electrolytes may be lost each time you perform a partial water change, and will need to be replenished
How do you use Kanaplex fin rot?
How do you use Maracyn?
Add the contents of one packet per 10 gallons of water and repeat every 24 hours for 5 days For best results, use Maracyn® in a quarantine tank Remove carbon during treatment, maintain adequate water flow or aeration Discontinue use of skimmer during treatment if foaming is a concern
Can you overdose MetroPlex?
MetroPlex™ is an effective and safe treatment for several protozoan and anaerobic bacterial diseases of fish (Cryptocaryon, Hexamita, Ichthyophthirius) MetroPlex is gentle and there little danger of overdosing
What is Prazipro used for?
This Prazipro can be used in freshwater, marine tanks and in ponds The bottle states it treats Flukes, Tapeworms, Flatworms and turbellarians This makes Prazipro a great dewormer
What is dropsy in fish?
Dropsy is a condition in fish caused by the buildup of fluid inside the body cavity or tissues As a symptom rather than a disease in its own right, it can indicate a number of underlying diseases, including bacterial infections, parasitic infections, or liver dysfunction