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he best prevention against disease is to keep your fish healthy in a stress-free environment. A varied diet, stable water temperature, good water parameters, daily observance, and responsible stocking are a few ways to ensure healthy fish, free of disease. However, despite our best efforts, fish do get sick. In the event that illness should become evident in the aquarium, having a broad range of treatments on hand will help save valuable time in combating illness. |
Fish Medication Chart
To help simplify proper selection of fish medications, the following chart outlines medications included in our catalog, within four general treatment categories, for easy reference.
These general categories include: Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections, and External and Internal Parasites. A brief list of common fish diseases associated with these categories is included below.
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Bacterial Infections:
Dropsy, Bloody Spots and Streaks, "Body Fungus" (not a true fungus), Fin and Tail Rot, Popeye, Gill disease, Mouth Fungus, Septicemia, Wasting Disease, and ulcers, as well as secondary bacterial infections.
Fungal Infections:
True fungal infections appear as whitish tufts of cottony material, usually secondary to other infections.
Internal Parasites:
Hole-in-Head Disease, internal protozoa.
External Parasites:
Velvet, Ich (ichtyophthirius), Anchor worm, Worms, Gill Flukes, Leeches.
Offer supplements such as
Garlic Guard,
Garlic Xtreme, and
vitamin and mineral supplements, such as
Selcon, to help keep your fish in good condition and better able to fight disease. |
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The diagnosis of fish disease in fresh and saltwater aquaria is extremely difficult. Misdiagnosis is not uncommon and the medication may not always offer the desired result. Never use more than the recommended dosage and always follow the manufacturer's directions as indicated on the product. For best results always isolate and treat the affected fish in a separate
quarantine aquarium. |
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PRODUCTS RELATED TO:
Fish Health & Nutrition
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