medatronizole

homeagain · #1 08-12-2007, 20:43

is this product reef safe I need to clear up the ick

Tech Support GL · #2 08-13-2007, 09:12

It is hard to guarantee any medication as 100% safe given there are many variables to consider. Metronidazole is a much gentler treatment for "a tank then a copper, formalin, and a few other treatments. Many have used Metronidazole and have had great success treating infections with invertebrates and corals in the system. As a general rule when medicating any system it is a good idea to observe to make sure they do not show any signs of stress. Metronidazole will also be quite effect in the medicated food mix while also ensuring that as little of the medication is in the water column. If you are looking to keep medication from entering the water column then use Metronidazole in the medicated food mix with Focus, and Garlic Guard. Focus will bind the medication while adding antibacterial properties. Garlic Guard enhances the flavor, adds vitamin C, and the natural internal parasite removal properties of garlic. Putting in a food mix will keep the medication out of the water column and ensure the fish internalize the medication and better treatment results.

homeagain · #3 08-14-2007, 00:12

thanks for the fast response I have a few more questions I have put the tang and coral beauty in qt,I have metronidazole in pill form 250 mg each and was woundering how I would mix these pills (or how many pills at one time)the bottle says to add 1 pill per every 10 gallon of water and just drop into water, which is the best way,and can I use anything else with this medicine ,is it better to mix with food or in the water I'm getting a uv sterilizer later this week or in about 1 1/2 weeks with shipping and can i use it at the same time along with the metronidazole thanks for the help

Tech Support GL · #4 08-14-2007, 12:25

That does not sound like the Metronidazole we manufacture. Ours comes in a powdered form which is not very water soluble and should be used in the medicated food mix. The pill form you have may have some other carrier on it that makes it water soluble or not. Pure Metronidazole itself is not very soluble in water for medicating or absorption by the fish. With most medications that have antibacterial properties UV light can degrade them.

The better thing to do is follow the directions on the medication.

homeagain · #5 08-14-2007, 13:46

ok and thanks for the help will follow the direction on bottle ,no it is not made by seachem but was looking for infor on this med that is how found this site sorry for the inconvence (spelling) and thanks again

Tech Support GL · #6 08-14-2007, 15:16

You are welcome. Following the instructions by the company that makes the product truly does work best.