NT Labs Koi Care Argusol 500ml

NT Labs Koi Care Argusol 500ml

NT Labs Koi Care Argusol 500ml is a liquid koi pond treatment for fish lice (Argulus), anchor worm (Lernaea) and other crustacean parasites. It is made for koi keepers who can see large external parasites on their fish and want a straightforward, pond-wide treatment.

Key Benefits

• Treats fish lice (Argulus), anchor worm (Lernaea) and other crustacean parasites in koi ponds
• Easy-to-use liquid formulation: an easy-pour suspension of Diflubenzuron, a crustacean medication
• Intended for use when fish have large external parasites
• One 500 ml bottle treats 18,200 litres (4000 gallons) of pond water
• Dosed in a bucket of pond water and spread over the surface, so no complicated equipment is needed

How to Use

• Only use when the water temperature is between 10°C and 30°C.
• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Mix the appropriate dose in a bucket of clean pond water.
• Pour the mixture evenly over the surface of the pond and leave it for 7 days.
• Switch off UV filtration for 10 days from the time the medication is added.
• Aerate the pond well throughout the treatment.
• Always treat when you have time to observe your fish, so you can take appropriate action in the unlikely event of a bad reaction.

Dosage

Dose at a rate of 10ml per 80 gallons (364 litres).

If you feel a repeat dose is necessary, check your diagnosis carefully, as a different medication may be more suitable. Allow 7 days after medicating and perform a partial water change before re-treating or treating with another medication.

Suitable For

• Koi only
• Koi ponds where fish lice (Argulus), anchor worm (Lernaea) or other crustacean parasites are a problem

Specifications

• Active ingredient: Diflubenzuron
• Formulation: liquid suspension
• Treatment coverage: 500 ml treats 18,200 litres (4000 gallons)
• Dose rate: 10ml per 80 gallons (364 litres)
• Operating temperature range: 10°C to 30°C
• Treatment period: 7 days, with UV filtration switched off for 10 days

What's Included

• 1 x 500 ml bottle of liquid treatment, which treats 18,200 litres (4000 gallons)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which parasites does this treatment target?
It is used against fish lice (Argulus), anchor worm (Lernaea) and other crustacean parasites in koi ponds.

Can I use it on fish other than koi?
No. The Diflubenzuron formulation is suitable for koi only.

What water temperature can I treat in?
Only use it between 10°C and 30°C. During a hot South African summer, check your pond temperature before dosing.

Do I need to switch off my UV?
Yes. Switch off UV filtration for 10 days from adding the medication, and aerate the pond well throughout the treatment.

How do I add it to the pond?
Shake the bottle well, mix the dose into a bucket of clean pond water and pour it evenly over the pond surface. Leave it for 7 days. The dose rate is 10ml per 80 gallons (364 litres).

Can I dose again if I still see parasites?
Check your diagnosis carefully first, as a different medication may be more suitable. Wait 7 days after medicating and do a partial water change before re-treating or using another medication.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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