Is it safe to use Maracyn with invertebrates?
No, we do not recommend the use of ANY antibiotic, including Erythromycin, although Mardel Laboratories may claim their product is safe for use with invertebrates. If you are treating cyanobateria (slime algae), then we suggest using a product designed for that purpose. If you suspect a bacterial infection in your fish, you should set up a quarantine tank and treat them separately. You may provide complete details about your situation to our email support staff at http://www.aquariumpros.com/features/email.htm and we will try to help you. Top • Should I be putting any medication in a 30 gallon fresh water aquarium to prevent any diseases? It is not a good idea to use medications on a constant basis to prevent disease any more than it would be a good idea for you to take medicine to prevent you from getting sick. The continual presence of medicine in the water can be very stressful for fish. It is OK to use a small amount of aquarium salt in the water (a teaspoon per ten gallons), but m
