Pond Medic Ick Clear

Pond Medic Ick Clear

Pond Medic Ick Clear is a pond medication for the prevention and treatment of Whitespot (Ichthyophthirius multifiliis) and other protozoan parasites on ornamental fish in ponds and large aquariums. It suits koi and pond fish keepers who spot the first signs of Whitespot and want a dosing schedule they can follow from the bottle.

Key Benefits

• Used for both prevention and treatment of Whitespot and other protozoan parasites
• Made for ornamental fish in ponds and large aquariums
• Simple dosing rate of 1 ml per 200 L of pond water
• Treatment on days 1, 3 and 10 is designed to break the lifecycle of the parasite
• Helps with an outbreak that typically follows sudden changes in water temperature or stress

When to Use It

Whitespot is usually the result of sudden water temperature changes or stress. Use Ick Clear when fish flick and scrape against objects, twitch their fins, or when the parasites are visible. Whitespot shows up as white, sugar-like crystals on the fins or body of the fish.

How to Use

• Stop feeding during treatment.
• Calculate your pond volume accurately: Length x Width x Average Depth (in metres) x 1000 = litres.
• Do not use this medicine together with salt or any other medication.
• Switch off the UV sterilizer.
• Shake the bottle vigorously before every application.
• Remove absorbent materials such as carbon and zeolite from the system.
• Check water conditions during and after treatment, especially pH, nitrate and ammonia.
• Medications may reduce oxygen levels, so increase aeration with an air pump or waterfall.
• Observe your fish during treatment and take appropriate action if they react adversely.
• Scaleless catfish and certain other sensitive species do not tolerate this medication well. Use half the dosage on these fish.
• When treatment is finished, re-seed the biological filter and allow adequate time before normal feeding continues.

Dosage

• 1 ml per 200 L of pond water
• 10 ml per 2000 L of pond water
• Treat on days 1, 3 and 10 to break the lifecycle of the parasite
• Use half the dosage on scaleless catfish and other sensitive species

Suitable For

Ornamental fish in ponds and large aquariums. It is not to be used on fish intended for human consumption.

Compatibility

Do not combine with salt or any other medication. Switch off UV sterilizers and remove carbon and zeolite for the duration of the treatment, as these can interfere with the medication.

Specifications

• Composition: Malachite Green, Victoria Green, Formalin, Methylene oxide
• Dosage rate: 1 ml per 200 L of pond water
• Treatment days: 1, 3 and 10

Safety Information

• Poisonous. Keep out of reach of children.
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
• Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I recognise Whitespot on my pond fish?
Whitespot looks like white, sugar-like crystals on the fins or body. Fish may also flick and scrape against objects or twitch their fins.

How much Ick Clear do I need for my pond?
The rate is 1 ml per 200 L of pond water, or 10 ml per 2000 L. First work out your pond volume: Length x Width x Average Depth (in metres) x 1000 = litres.

How often should I treat?
Treat on days 1, 3 and 10 to break the lifecycle of the parasite.

Can I use it together with pond salt or other medications?
No. Do not use Ick Clear with salt or any other medication, and switch off your UV sterilizer during treatment.

Is it safe for catfish and other sensitive fish?
Scaleless catfish and certain other sensitive species do not tolerate this medication well. Use half the dosage on them and watch them closely.

What should I do with my filtration during treatment?
Remove carbon and zeolite, increase aeration with an air pump or waterfall, and check pH, nitrate and ammonia during and after treatment. Afterwards, re-seed the biological filter and allow adequate time before resuming normal feeding.

Does the dosing rate change between pack sizes?
No. The rate of 1 ml per 200 L of pond water applies to the product however it is packaged. Shake the bottle vigorously before every application.

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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