Seachem Polyguard
Seachem Polyguard is a broad-spectrum fish medication for freshwater fish, formulated to treat bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases. It is a useful choice when the cause of illness is uncertain or when fish are experiencing multiple infections, and may also be used when introducing new fish.
Key Benefits
- Broad-spectrum treatment for bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases.
- Designed for situations where the disease is difficult to identify.
- Suitable for use where multiple infections are present.
- Can be removed after treatment using activated filter carbon such as MatrixCarbon™.
- Does not linger in aquarium substrate or filter media after treatment.
How to Use
- Before treatment, remove all invertebrates, as they are highly sensitive to medication.
- Turn off UV filters and ozone filters.
- Remove chemical filtration, including MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen.
- Ensure the aquarium is fully cycled and stable before dosing.
Dosage
- Use 1 included measure per 40 L (10 US gallons) of water.
- Repeat the dose every 72 hours for a maximum of 2 weeks, or until symptoms disappear.
Suitable For
- Freshwater fish with bacterial, fungal or parasitic diseases.
- Use in freshwater or marine aquaria, following the stated preparation instructions.
Specifications
- Active ingredients: sulfathiazole (36%), malachite green (1.9%), nitrofurantoin (0.14%), nitrofural (0.14%) and quinacrine dihydrochloride (0.27%).
- Inactive ingredients: excipients (61%).
What's Included
- 10 g Seachem Polyguard medication.
- Measuring scoop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Seachem Polyguard treat?
It is used to treat bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases in freshwater fish.
How much Seachem Polyguard should I dose?
Dose 1 included measure for every 40 L (10 US gallons) of aquarium water.
How often should I repeat the dose?
Repeat the dose every 72 hours, for up to 2 weeks or until symptoms disappear.
Can I use Polyguard when I am not sure what disease my fish has?
Yes. It is intended as a broad-spectrum option when the disease is uncertain or when multiple infections may be present.
Can I leave my UV steriliser, ozone unit or chemical media running?
No. Turn off UV and ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration such as MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen before treatment.
Is Seachem Polyguard safe for shrimp, snails and other invertebrates?
Remove all invertebrates before treatment, as they are extremely sensitive to medication.
Seachem Polyguard 10g
Pickup available at Eden meadows shopping centre
Usually ready in 2-4 days
Seachem Polyguard 10g
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Eden meadows shopping centre
Pickup availableUsually ready in 2-4 days
Eden meadows shopping centre
Edenvale
GP
1609
South Africa
Seachem Polyguard
Seachem Polyguard is a broad-spectrum fish medication for freshwater fish, formulated to treat bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases. It is a useful choice when the cause of illness is uncertain or when fish are experiencing multiple infections, and may also be used when introducing new fish.
Key Benefits
- Broad-spectrum treatment for bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases.
- Designed for situations where the disease is difficult to identify.
- Suitable for use where multiple infections are present.
- Can be removed after treatment using activated filter carbon such as MatrixCarbon™.
- Does not linger in aquarium substrate or filter media after treatment.
How to Use
- Before treatment, remove all invertebrates, as they are highly sensitive to medication.
- Turn off UV filters and ozone filters.
- Remove chemical filtration, including MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen.
- Ensure the aquarium is fully cycled and stable before dosing.
Dosage
- Use 1 included measure per 40 L (10 US gallons) of water.
- Repeat the dose every 72 hours for a maximum of 2 weeks, or until symptoms disappear.
Suitable For
- Freshwater fish with bacterial, fungal or parasitic diseases.
- Use in freshwater or marine aquaria, following the stated preparation instructions.
Specifications
- Active ingredients: sulfathiazole (36%), malachite green (1.9%), nitrofurantoin (0.14%), nitrofural (0.14%) and quinacrine dihydrochloride (0.27%).
- Inactive ingredients: excipients (61%).
What's Included
- 10 g Seachem Polyguard medication.
- Measuring scoop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Seachem Polyguard treat?
It is used to treat bacterial, fungal and parasitic diseases in freshwater fish.
How much Seachem Polyguard should I dose?
Dose 1 included measure for every 40 L (10 US gallons) of aquarium water.
How often should I repeat the dose?
Repeat the dose every 72 hours, for up to 2 weeks or until symptoms disappear.
Can I use Polyguard when I am not sure what disease my fish has?
Yes. It is intended as a broad-spectrum option when the disease is uncertain or when multiple infections may be present.
Can I leave my UV steriliser, ozone unit or chemical media running?
No. Turn off UV and ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration such as MatrixCarbon™ and Purigen before treatment.
Is Seachem Polyguard safe for shrimp, snails and other invertebrates?
Remove all invertebrates before treatment, as they are extremely sensitive to medication.
