Koi Medications » NT Labs Koi Care

All ponds will contain billions of minute bacteria. These include helpful species that Breakdown the toxic fish waste in the biological filter system, and convert it into nitrate, which is then taken up by the plants. However, there are also other bacteria that live in the pond that are opportunistic invaders of stressed and wounded fish, including the species Pseudomonas and Aeromonas which will infect any cut or abrasion on the surface of the fish, and can also invade the host across the gut wall during gastro-intestinal problems.

Acriflavin, when added to the pond, will reduce the numbers of these opportunistic bacteria in the pond, thus lowering not only the chance of infection, but also the intensity of disease in already infected ponds.

Acriflavin is ideal to use in hospital or quarantine tanks, but it is unwise to constantly add the treatment to the pond when the fish are healthy. This is because a background level of bacteria is essential for healthy fish to maintain their immune system.

Dosage:

A single dose should be sufficient. If not, wait 10 days before adding a second dose.

Add 250 ml of Acriflavin to every 2 000 gallons of pond water.

The skin and gill flukes Dactylogyrus Sp. and Gyrodactylus Sp. are notoriously difficult to treat directly in the pond. This is because they are protected by the natural Mucus layer on the fish and by causing the fish to produce more mucus by irritating the skin and gills.

There is also some evidence that some species of these parasites are resistant to some regularly used treatments.

Successful treatment depends upon ingredients which can penetrate the mucus and reach the parasites.

B-D-S Fluke Treatment provides a well tried and tested formulation which treats both skin and gill flukes as well as bacterial diseases such as fin or tail rot and ulcers in a strength sufficient to treat large ponds easily.

The correct dose of B-D-S Fluke Treatment does not affect the Filter Bacteria or plants and persists in the water long enough to destroy the various stages of parasite which may otherwise remain to re-infect treated fish.

250 ml treats 9000 litres (2000 gallons)

A 5 day course of treatment to attack Parasites and Fungus. Effective in clearing up secondary fungal infections, is safe to use in pond where sensitive fish such as Sterlet, Tench, Rudd and Orfe are present.
 

Anti-parasite and fungus mixture of malachite green and formalin. Provides the same treatment levels as the two individual components used separately. This product should not be used when sensitive fish such as Golden Orfe or Sturgeon are present, a true koi product.

Please note: The warnings on the label and handle the product with care.

250 ml treats 9000 litres (2000 gallons)

Filter Bugs come on a sponge soaked pad soaked in millions of biological filter bacteria. Add to a new pond to start filtration and regularly to existing ponds and filters to boost the bacteria. Keeping the pond clean and safe for your fish.

Box treats 13,368 (3000 gallons)

(1 Box contains 5 sachets)

Formaldehyde 30% is effective against protozoan parasites and flukes. It is especially useful in treating flukes because of it's ability to penetrate mucus and reach the parasites that would otherwise be protected from other bath treatments.
Caution:  Formaldehyde is a hazardous chemical and should be handled with great care, please read the warnings on the label carefully.

250 ml treats 17048 litres (3750 gallons)

Gill-Wash contains an antibacterial surface-active agent that helps remove excess mucus from the skin and gills. When fish have been irritated by parasites or bacterial infection they produce mucus as a means of easing the irritation. This can lead to a build up of mucus that interferes with the normal gill and skin function. Bathing in Gill-Wash gently removes the excess mucus to allow the fish to breathe more easily at the same time combating any infection that may be present.

250 ml treats 2785 litres (625 gallons)

Koi Calm is a gentle sedative designed to calm the fish down so that it can be handled easily for topical application of Ulcer Swab and Wound Seal. Using Koi Calm helps to slow the fish down, reduce stress and allow inspection and repair work.

30 ml treats 300 litres (66 gallons)

Malachite is an effective treatment for external parasite and fungus infections. When used together with formaldehyde it's activity is enhanced which means that less malachite can be used.

High dose or frequently repeating dosing can damage the gills of the fish. If the required effect has not been achieved after two treatments, take further advice to establish the real cause of the problem.

Please note: The warnings on the label and handle the product with care.

250 ml treats 20,000 litres (4400 gallons)

The Paramedic Kit is quite simply first aid for fish. It comprises everything you will possibly need to treat a wound and look after your fish when they need help. Complete with a detailed instruction booklet you will be able to quickly diagnose a parasitic infection and represents exceptional value for money!

Contents:

• Koi Calm
• Ulcer Swab
• Wound Seal
• Cotton Swabs
• Gloves
• Treatment Guide

Excellent bath treatment for ulcers, parasites and all infections. Also for general cleaning of pond water, reduces chemical oxygen demand.

250 ml treats 10,000 litres (2200 gallons)

A waxy substance produced by bees to protect their hives from infection. Supplied as a thick, dark brown liquid, Propolis can be spread over cleaned and dried ulcers and wounds.

Propolis can also be added to food to help boost resistance to infection

Cleans and disinfects wounded and damaged skin. A powerful yet soothing antiseptic solution for wounds and ulcer treatment.

Advice: Should be used with Wound Seal to cover and seal the affected area if open to water penetration.

A thick paste for sealing open wounds preventing osmotic shock and further stress. Contains antiseptics and Aloe Vera to speed up the healing process.
 
Advice: Best used with Ulcer-Swab as a combined treatment regime