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sure you have these to hand in case you need
to refer to them.
If you are certain of the problem then you
can be quite specific as to the treatment
you use. However, if you are unsure always
go for a broad range treatment as using the
wrong one could cause further issues. Talk
fishkeepers through the following steps,
answering any questions they have to ensure
they feel confident treating the problem.
n Before adding the treatment, perform a 25
percent water change using conditioned
tap water, and clean the substrate.
n Ensure there is plenty of aeration during
treatment. If the fish seem to gasp at the
surface, increase oxygen levels with an
air-pump.
n Read the instructions carefully, and only
add the correct amount of treatment to
the aquarium. Some other brands may
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carry special warnings for certain species.
n Remove activated carbon, ion-exchange
resins, and other chemical filtration media
during treatment. In ponds, UV clarifiers
should also be switched off as these make
the treatment less effective.
n Add water conditioner to the water during
treatment to support the fishes’ protective
mucus layer.
n Watch the fish carefully, and seek help if
they appear to react badly to treatment. A
partial water change can always be used to
dilute the active ingredients if necessary. Tetra provides a range of products to
help reduce stress and illness in fish.
Water tests can be done quickly and
easily using Tetra’s Test 6in1 alongside
its free Water Test App which provides
an analysis of the most important
parameters offering insight into next
steps if required. Other treatments
include Tetra Medifin for ponds or
Tetra General Tonic for aquariums.
TetraMedica medicines and Medifin
are safe for all fish.
Overall, dealing with environmental
causes will help decrease the severity of any
fish disease. When treating with a remedy
reassure fishkeepers that it will work and in
the long term they should look to prevent any
problems from resurfacing by following the advice you have given. Through this process
you will help the consumer to ensure they
have all of the necessary equipment needed
for a successful journey and by supporting
them through their problem you will gain
customer loyalty leading to repeat visits.
July 2017