{"product_id":"seachem-pristine","title":"Seachem Pristine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeachem Pristine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Pristine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a natural bio-augmentation water conditioner for freshwater and marine aquariums, designed for aquarists managing organic waste, detritus and excess nutrients. Its bacterial blend helps break down uneaten food, waste and organic compounds to support clearer water and a cleaner aquatic environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses non-chemical bio-augmentation for natural organic waste management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps rapidly and safely break down sludge, detritus and excess food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce excess nutrients, including ammonia, nitrates and nitrites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan assist with water clarity by trapping particulates through biopolymers produced by established bacterial colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilises a broad range of organic compounds, including fats that may create unsightly surface films.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains bacteria developed for hardiness and adaptation to varied environmental conditions, including harsh or low-oxygen environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine and saltwater aquarium systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquariums experiencing organic waste build-up, cloudy water, sludge or detritus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off UV sterilisers and ozone before dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow 2 or 3 days for the bacteria to establish before using UV sterilisers or ozone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore adding bacteria after antibiotic treatment, remove antibiotics with fresh carbon and a water change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial dose: Use 1 capful (5 mL) for each 40 L (10 US gallons).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance dose: Use 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L (20 US gallons) when adding livestock or after disruption of the biofilter through cleaning or medications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor both fresh and salt water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch off UV and ozone during establishment, then wait 2 or 3 days before restarting them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse fresh carbon and perform a water change to remove antibiotics before dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Seachem Pristine in a marine aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 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Turn off UV and ozone before use, then allow 2 or 3 days for the bacteria to establish before using UV sterilisers or ozone again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Pristine be added after antibiotics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, but first remove the antibiotics with fresh carbon and a water change before adding the bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does recurring high nutrient reading indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRecurring high nutrients may indicate overstocking, overfeeding or inadequate filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AD","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":39279158853686,"sku":"000116124003","price":182.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":39279158886454,"sku":"000116124102","price":359.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":39279158951990,"sku":"000116124201","price":675.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/products\/seachem-pristine-organic-waste-management-cleaner-marine-freshwater-water-clarity.jpg?v=1743712476","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-pristine","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}