Formalin was one of the earliest remedies made available by Aquarium Products for the treatment of freshwater and saltwater fish. For years, fish keepers and enthusiasts have used Formalin to eliminate external parasites such as anchor worms, body flukes, gill flukes, fish lice, monogenetic trematodes and Ick. It is highly effective against protozoan parasites which can cause sliminess of the skin, also known as grey slime disease, and scratching on rocks or décor items inside the aquarium. It will also control and help prevent diseases such as costia, chilodonella, ambiphyran, cryptocaryon, epistylis, oodinium, amyloodinium and trichodina. Formalin is an excellent parasiticide for use in aquariums, however special care should be taken when using. Formalin chemically removes oxygen from the water, thus supplying vigorous aeration with an air stone or power head and air diffuser during treatment is always recommended. Formalin is a solution of 37% formaldehyde gas dissolved in water. Formaldehyde is a potent germicide against parasitic organisms, and it has even shown certain properties to be considered an algaecide, fungicide, protozoacide and crustacide. For best results, use AP Biozyme after final treatment to help jump start biological filtration. Safe for freshwater and saltwater aquariums. 1 ounce treats 500 gallons of aquarium water.
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Before administering any medication, it is wise to check your water quality levels to ensure they are within their acceptable ranges. Remove carbon from filter before use but do not discontinue filtration. Apply Formalin according to the dosing chart located below ever 48 hours until a cure is achieved. Formalin chemically removes oxygen for the aquatic environment. Aerate the water thoroughly with an airstone or similar bubble producing device during treatment. Replace carbon and perform a 25% water change 24 hours after final treatment. Change 50% of the aquarium water if fish show any signs of distress during treatment or an accidental overdose of this product occurs.
DOSAGE FOR FRESHWATER & SALTWATER:
1 ml treats 18 gallons
1 teaspoon treats 90 gallons
1 capful treats 250 gallons
1 ounce treats 500 gallons
WARNINGS
Do not use on: fish fry, Surgeonfish, baby whales, Elephant Nose, eels, loaches, live rock, crabs, snails, shrimps and invertebrates. Use caution when using with sensitive plant species. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from eyes, mouth and skin. Not for human or drug use. Do not use on fish intended for human consumption. This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
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