Quick question about Nitrite problem. Possible solution?

itswoodie

itswoodie

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Hey guys,
Just a quick question...

Earlier, I had asked if there were any products that would help lower my horrible nitrite levels (see my last post).

Well, I didn't really get any suggestions, so I went to my LFS and they told me about this product called "nitra-zorb".

The bottle quotes "removes ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate from freshwater tanks....Rechargable ion-exchange filter media in a pouch. Conveniently fits in most filters. Eliminates ...Great for starting new aquariums"

The directions state: "Place pouch in path of water flow in the filter".


I know this is a temporary fix to the high level of nitrites I'm experiencing (5.0), but don't I only need it temporarily until I've established the good bacteria?

If I put it on far side of the filter (meaning that it would be the last thing the water touches before going back into the tank), theoretically, it wouldnt deprive my bacteria of any ammonia or anything...right?? :confused: :confused: :confused:

PLEASE, someone, anyone, respond with your opinion. My fish should have died days ago, and I'm getting worried my luck is running out.:sad :sad I need to know if this is worth it or not. I've already spent the $12 on it...so should I install it or not?

Let me know...a.s.a.p.


Thanks,
wood
 
You could have gotten rid of the nitrite by doing repeated water changes until the level came down to acceptable levels. Which is what was suggested.

I don't know if there's anything about that which would make it unacceptable. It probably removes other things from the water that the fish need in addition to nitrite... but heck, I doubt it will kill them if the nitrite hasn't :)
 
itswoodie said:
Earlier, I had asked if there were any products that would help lower my horrible nitrite levels (see my last post).

Well, I didn't really get any suggestions, so I went to my LFS and they told me about this product called "nitra-zorb".
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In that thread, Seaman suggested adding salt, and I suggested water changes. Salt decreases the toxicity of nitrite to fish, and water changes would remove it.

PLEASE, someone, anyone, respond with your opinion. My fish should have died days ago, and I'm getting worried my luck is running out. I need to know if this is worth it or not. I've already spent the $12 on it...so should I install it or not?
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You recieved plenty of good opinions in your first thread, but you paid no heed. Why should anyone think you'll listen to us now?
 
Raskolnikov said:
In that thread, Seaman suggested adding salt, and I suggested water changes. Salt decreases the toxicity of nitrite to fish, and water changes would remove it.

You recieved plenty of good opinions in your first thread, but you paid no heed. Why should anyone think you'll listen to us now?
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I've been doing back to back 75% water changes every day, and its still at toxic level. Also, I added a bit of salt to the tank.
Still no changes though. There was an immediate drop in Nitrite, but in less then 20 minutes it went high again.

Why would you just assume I didnt heed your advice?
I value the opinions of the people on this forum highly, and for you to suggest that I dont is just a little bit rude, not to mention ignorant.

If you aren't interested in helping me, fine, but no need to be callous about it.


PS - one more thing, read the end of each of my previous posts. They ALL say something along the lines of "Your help is (as always) GREATLY appreciated".
 
I hope all works out for your fish, I would say keep up with the 75% water changes till the levels drop, there is talk of something calles bio-(something) [sorry don't remember the full name maybe some one else could post it] that might help, I have heard it is basicly bacteria in a bottle (if I am repeation other suggenstions, that you heard or tried I appologize, I have not read you last post fully).
 
The addition of salt reduces the toxicity, but not the detectable levels. It's like putting on sunscreen--you don't get burned, but the amount of sun doesn't change.
 
I would keep up your water changes. Don't rely on that product. sometimes they don't do what they say. Are you cycling? Sorry I don't know if I missed that info. Is your testing info accurate? I once had strips that gave me high levels of stuff, that weren't high. When that happened I went beserk on the internet and the ONLY thing that was sure to get rid of nitrite was water changes. It will stabilize when you're done cycling (if you are).

http://freshaquarium.about.com/library/begin/ncolornitritechart.htm

tells you safe-unsafe and how to help your situation.

lisa
 
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