What is FMG for Koi?
FMG is a mixture of Malachite Green and Formalin formulated for treating sick Koi with parasite or fungus infections. NT Labs FMG provides the same effective treatment as the two individual components used separately. This ready mixed Koi treatment eliminates the need to mix separate treatments.
How do you use FMG mixture?
Mix the appropriate dosage in a clean bucket of pond water, pour evenly over the surface of the pond and leave for 7 days. If you feel a repeat dose is necessary, check your diagnosis carefully using the Diagnosis Tool; a different medication may be more suitable.
How long does FMG take to work?
This combined treatment cuts out the need for separate medications, just one dose for five days builds up the level of treatment for best effect. It kills all swimming and developing ecto-parasites, reducing the risk of infection in Koi and other pond fish.
Can you use FMG with salt in pond?
Q: Can I use FMG with salt in the water? A: Yes, provided this is at a concentration of 0.3% (or 3g/L) or lower. To accurately measure the salt concentration of your pond, use a hydrometer or ask your local fish shop to test a sample for you.
Will FMG treat flukes?
Knowing the precise parasite can ensure that the correct medication can be applied, such as Koi Care Flukasol for flukes, and Koi Care FMG for protozoan infections.
Is formaldehyde safe for fish?
Formaldehyde itself is a naturally occurring compound that swiftly breaks down in water and is therefore safe to use for both fish and the environment.
What does formaldehyde do to fish?
Formalin is used as a bath treatment to control external parasitic infections of fish. Formalin effectively kills parasites on gills, skin, and fins. It is not the preferred treatment for external bacterial or fungal infections. In addition, high concentrations of formalin are used to control fungi on fish eggs.
What happens when you eat fish laced with formalin?
It is used to preserve bodies in mortuaries. It can also increase shelf life of fresh food. While fromalin can cause nausea, coughing and burning sensation in eyes, nose and throat in the short term, it can cause cancer if consumed over a long period of time.
How long does Flubendazole stay in aquarium?
Doc stated that “Treatment with Flubendazole should put the medication into the fish’s system and it will last for several days after you change out their water”, so I’m assuming this means interrupting the second treatment with a water change after two days (versus 5-7) will not actually interrupt the drug’s effect.
How do you use Flubendazole in an aquarium?
Treatment Plan Use 1/4 Teaspoon per 60L water, Mix thorougly with 100mls of water prior to adding to the aquarium – repeat after 4 days if needed. Please note it is normal for the water to go cloudy after adding and it may remain cloudy for a number of days after treatment.
Which is the best FMG mixture for koi ponds?
NT Labs Koi Care FMG Mixture is a powerful single shot dose, anti parasite & fungus treatment effective against White Spot, Trichodina, Costia and Chilodonella.FMG Mixture is the market leading anti-parasite and fungus treatment for Koi ponds. There is nothing else on the market as effective as FMG to fight unwanted parasites.
When to use NT labs FMG for Koi?
NT Labs FMG provides the same effective treatment as the two individual components used separately. This ready mixed Koi treatment eliminates the need to mix separate treatments. FMG is stronger than other proprietary mixtures which means this product should not be used when sensitive fish such as Golden Orfe or Sturgeon are present.
When to change water after taking Koi care medicine?
A: You should wait 7 days after adding the dose before re-treating or using a different medication. Ensure you perform a partial water change after the 7 days have elapsed, regardless of whether another round of treatment is required. Q: Can I leave my UV on during treatment?
Can you use Koi care in a pond?
It kills all swimming and developing ecto-parasites, reducing the risk of infection in Koi and other pond fish. Due to the strength of the treatment it only needs to be applied once. However this means it is dangerous to use in ponds containing sensitive fish such as Sterlet, Tench, Rudd or Orfe.