Is this product OK for goldfish? See one or two spots on one fish - any advice appreciated!Used API super ICK looking for better --- 20 gal tank --
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I had a difficult fresh water ich issue last year and found that Mardel Maracide worked better. I increased the water temperature to 82 to help with the medication. I think Goldfish like colder water, so I'm not sure about how they will tolerate higher temps. The problem is probably water quality related.
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We use it for our 2-lb goldfish. We raise temp to about 78 force the ich to cycle and she handles it well. While it's almost impossible to completely get rid of Ich, this medication knocks it out enough to get her healthy again. We notice she gets sick more often in the summer when we have hot and then cool weather. We have installed a heater to keep the temp as close to 74 as possible. Good luck!
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I have never used this on freshwater fish. I always go to pet store and buy small blue-green bottle of ick medicine. That is all that I have used. I used this as directed on my saltwater tank and my fish died! Be careful and be sure to adjust your dosage for gravel, rocks, or ornaments. Better to use less and be safe.
164312
Yes it should be. Start with half dose and see if that cures it. They also have recommendations for water changes prior to re-dosing.
897147
In my 70 gallon freshwater tank, after using Flourish, I noticed elimination of green and brown algae, but I have a bluish grey green hairy algae that still grows on a few leaves of my plants. I did get some Otto Catfish and they're eating the algae but you'd probably need 6 or 7 of these to keep the tank under control.
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I turned on the pump, added plants and waited a couple of days. I prefer the Jungle Brand water conditioner. It says on the lable it neutralizes chlorine and chloramine. If concerned put in a couple of 20 cent goldfish, and after a week or so the water will clear. Most pet stores, Petco etc will take back the fish..and guarantee them for a few weeks....P
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Mine went out in 2 months. Not good quality in the slightest. Replaced it and never looked back. Also a 20 gallon filter on a 25 gallon tank is probably too small if you fill it up all the way. You should always go bigger. But that's off topic. If it came with the setup then use it until it poops out and replace it. If you bought, return it. I can't speak for fluval but I know I hated the aqueon.
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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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You can actually place this filter completely under water. Without knowing what type of tank (bowl vs. rectangle) I would suggest putting this almost on the bottom of your tank and direct the flow somewhat against the glass to cause a current. If placed correctly the waste should make its way toward the filter.If none of that answered your question, I apologize, I have not kept goldfish since I was in elementary school.
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I have a 29 gallon and am barely getting by. Soft coral only, Some LPS,no Acans or SPS. I'm selling mine on eBay next week.Customer service is spotty at best.
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my 20 gallon is staying pretty clean but I only have very small (guppy) fish in it. I think it depends on how many fish and how big your fish are.
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Yes. This looks nice but, it doesn't clean like it's supposed to. You'll have to empty it often to keep a goldfish healthy.
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I wouldn't recommend putting gold fish in this small of a tank. Gold Fish create a TON of waste they need at least 10 gl tank to support them.
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So sorry, I can not help you on this. I would call a local nursery and ask them or contact the manufacturer. The water from my urns using this product is for watering plants - don't know how safe it would be for fish and don't think I would use it until you find out if it is safe for them. Wish I could be more helpful.
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My fish is gold and looks great - hope this helps - have a beautiful blessed day
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Three gallons is not too small. These are small snails and are doing well in my desktops. I don't know anything about goldfish since I have bettas. Good luck!
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Yes, I have 2 guppies and 2 cardinals in my tank. A friend has 2 large goldfish and they are doing very well!
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I have this in 110 gallons and it is way overkill, mine has goldfish and they are supermessy as well, still keeps it fresh and clear!
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You need something else, this should have cleared it up already. Get some melafix. Also, if you could please give me the tank size, how many times a month you do water changes, and filtration information. He might not be able to get well if the tank is to small.
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the lowest setting is fine for my 15 gallon tall. I have 5 galaxy barbs, two albino cories cats, two amino shrimps, an otto catfish and a shit load of snails(Note: a bunch of moss cover my intake tube from time to time). But it depends on the fish you plan to get too. do your fish come from a place with fast moving water or slow? Since you already have a spare C4 and a tank just try it out. worse case you return the fish back.