Unfortunately most meds don't say anything on the packaging about the possible ill effects on the bio-filter, and I know that it's not just the anti-biotic meds that can harm the bio-filter.
Can we try and put together a list of meds/treatments that are known to be "bio-filter safe"?
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If you want to add to the list, copy and paste the list below and add to it, in your post. Please use an asterisk next to an entry if you aren't 100% sure, or if the packaging says it won't harm the bio-filter but some of the ingredients are known to be harmful or questionable. Also make a note if the med/treatment is safe in low-moderate dosages/durations but harmful in high dosages/durations.
BIO-SAFE MEDS/TREATMENTS:
Temperature increase (as tolerated by fish)
Blackout (turning off lights for days at a time)
Aquarium salt
Melafix
Pimafix
Can we try and put together a list of meds/treatments that are known to be "bio-filter safe"?
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If you want to add to the list, copy and paste the list below and add to it, in your post. Please use an asterisk next to an entry if you aren't 100% sure, or if the packaging says it won't harm the bio-filter but some of the ingredients are known to be harmful or questionable. Also make a note if the med/treatment is safe in low-moderate dosages/durations but harmful in high dosages/durations.
BIO-SAFE MEDS/TREATMENTS:
Temperature increase (as tolerated by fish)
Blackout (turning off lights for days at a time)
Aquarium salt
Melafix
Pimafix
