One of my fish died from what I believe was a parasite. Had him in a hospital tank. Can I use this to proactively treat my main tank?
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Paraguard is a treatment for mostly external parasites like ich or fin rot etc.. So if you can see the parasite on the outside of the fish, then you can treat the tank and it should be effective. If you can't see the parasite, I would recommend something that they can ingest, like metronidazole or maracyn/maracyn 2. As for prevention, paraguard would make a decent prevention, but be careful and read the label. It stresses out the fish and you don't really want to treat something unless you have to.
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You may want to only use it if you tank / fish have parasites. This product can stress your fish so only treat if necessary.
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Hello, according to the manufacturer they state "....It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank. For use in freshwater or marine."If you are adding fish, or suspect there is parasite in your system, it would be best to use the product as directed on the label."In the aquarium, use 5 mL (1 capful) to every 40 L (10 gallons*). Repeat daily as required as long as fish show no stress. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 gallon*). Dips may be extended if fish show no evidence of stress." Hello, according to the manufacturer they state "....It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank. For use in freshwater or marine."If you are adding fish, or suspect there is parasite in your system, it would be best to use the product as directed on the label."In the aquarium, use 5 mL (1 capful) to every 40 L (10 gallons*). Repeat daily as required as long as fish show no stress. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 gallon*). Dips may be extended if fish show no... » Read More Hello, according to the manufacturer they state "....It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank. For use in freshwater or marine."If you are adding fish, or suspect there is parasite in your system, it would be best to use the product as directed on the label."In the aquarium, use 5 mL (1 capful) to every 40 L (10 gallons*). Repeat daily as required as long as fish show no stress. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 gallon*). Dips may be extended if fish show no evidence of stress." « Show Less
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I used it for a month and never saw any live parasites. From what I read taking this herbal mix kills them and then you pass them.
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Personally, I have had very BAD experiences using this product. Every time I use it my fish die. In your case I would do daily water changes, keep the water in pristine condition. Turn the temp up and add an airstone. And stay with Aquari-sol.
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Yes you can. In fact I wouldn't use their at all. Go with Beckett 7093110 pump. Put it on the bottom of the tank and cover it with gravels. No need to use their hose. The point to get your water move around. Once it set and done, you will never need to change water or filter. Your fish will be happy
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That's what I am going to do with it. Online it said that it was okay for that. We shall see if my fish die or not. I'll update.
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Lay it on a table and break it with something like a screwdriver or something. Put about 1/6 of it in. It works by raising the ph, which kills the fungus on the betta. You can do partial water changes every day. Maybe halfish. I didn't fully empty it. But keep putting a shard of it every day, and within a few days it'll look better. Continue to use a little bit a few days after you think it is fully healed just to be sure. Also, make sure the betta has good water conditions and is warm. Cold water is bad for bettas, but in a 1.2 gallon you probably won't need a heater. If you have any more questions or concerns, feel free to email me at caindanielle @ rocketmail . com. (sorry for spaces, I don't know if they censor emails)
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I have it in my African Cichlid tank and it works great!! My fish are fresh water fish. I it is good to provide some sort of water movement for your fish.
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I have only had my tank set up for a little over a month. It has one betta in it. Yesterday the filter died. Can't get it going again. I had to go out and buy a new filter to keep my fish happy. Now I have to find a light that will fit on the tank so I can get rid of that huge useless cube out of the middle.
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I have used it in a 120 gallon fish tank with large fish its perfectly safe for them. I put it in my filter to remove the ammonia that builds up. I would contact the company.
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Yes, you can use this products with fish. This product will not hurt the fish. It is not intended for plant-only tanks.
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While I was treating parasites with ParaGuard, I used Prime to make absolutely certain my water quality was the best it could be. Because they're from the same manufacturer, I imagine they're compatible. I can't say how effective it is versus fungus, though. Let us know if it works!
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I love melafix. I have Koi and Goldfish that live outside in a 130 gal pond. I use it with pimafix to get rid of fungus which is what yours might be. You can use them both to make sure to wipe out everything. Follow directions to the letter. Also the water will get foamy which is normal and don't treat more than 7 days max. Do a 25% water change at end of treatment.
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Yes, you can. But it isn't easy. Either rinse the heck out of it (you will be rinsing away quite a few minerals as well, so be aware of that), and lower it in a scoop at a time. Or nearly empty the tank, putting the fish etc. In a bucket. Add product in where you want it, replanting as necessary, then refill. The first is easier, the second better, though difficult with larger tanks.
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yes! I suggest though you vacuum the gravel with a hose (i am sure you have one) and take at least 1/3 of water out of tank--then add water back with the Amquel in it. Let it settle for 15 minutes, then test! Happy fishies!
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Its meant for plants in the ground, not in aquariums. It would probably kill any fish or whatever else you had in the aquarium except plants.
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Nope. After having it forma months i came to the conclusion. This one is for freshwater aquariums.
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Yes! My fish had tail rot and was pretty much just floating around in the fishbowl. I used this for 2 weeks and his fins grew back bigger & brighter than before! The tank will get cloudy after a few drops and it smells like Vicks vapor rub but it is worth it!