Seachem Sulfaplex 10g

Seachem Sulfaplex

Seachem Sulfaplex is a broad-spectrum aquarium medication for freshwater and saltwater fishkeepers treating bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations. This 10 g (0.35 oz) Seachem treatment is absorbed through the gills and is particularly effective for common bacterial and fungal infections in freshwater fish.

Key Benefits

• For bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations in aquariums.
• Suitable for both freshwater and marine aquariums.
• Among the gentler antibiotics for fish that are already stressed.
• Contains sulfathiazole, a sulfa drug noted for effectiveness in saltwater.
• Does not impair nitrification.
• Can be removed with activated carbon after treatment.

How to Use

• Remove all invertebrates before dosing, as they are extremely sensitive to medication.
• Switch off UV filters and ozone filters.
• Remove chemical filtration, including MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen™.
• After the treatment period, use activated filter carbon such as MatrixCarbon™ to remove SulfaPlex™. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media.

Dosage

• Dosing in water: Use 2–3 included measures per 40 L (10 US gallons). Repeat every 72 hours for a maximum of 3 weeks.
• Dosing in food: Mix 1 scoop SulfaPlex™, 1 scoop Focus™, 1 tbsp food, preferably pellets or frozen food, and a few drops of water when using dry food. Feed daily until the infection clears or for up to 3 weeks.
• GarlicGuard™ or Entice™ may be used to enhance palatability.

Specifications

• Active ingredient: sulfathiazole (69%).
• Inactive ingredients: excipients (31%).

What's Included

• 10 g (0.35 oz) Seachem Sulfaplex aquarium medication.
• Included measuring measure for dosing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Seachem Sulfaplex be used in freshwater and marine aquariums?
Yes. It is intended for bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.

How much Sulfaplex should I add to aquarium water?
Use 2–3 included measures per 40 L (10 US gallons), repeating the dose every 72 hours for no longer than 3 weeks.

Do I need to remove carbon and Purigen before treatment?
Yes. Remove chemical filtration such as MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen™, and turn off UV and ozone filters before dosing.

Is Sulfaplex safe for shrimp, snails or other invertebrates?
Remove all invertebrates before treatment, as they are extremely sensitive to medication.

Can I feed Seachem Sulfaplex instead of dosing the water?
It can be mixed into food, although it is most effective when used in the water. Feed the prepared medicated food daily for up to 3 weeks.

Will Sulfaplex affect my aquarium’s nitrification?
No. The product information states that it does not impair nitrification.

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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