Description

When fish exhibit an extreme loss of weight despite normal feeding habits, this is a sign of tapeworm infection. However, swollen stomachs can also indicate a severe tapeworm infection. The internal organs of the fish may be damaged and the ability to swim may be impaired. Tapeworms can grow up to a length of half a meter.

Treatment

For the duration of treatment, any activated carbon should be removed from the filter. Switch off any UV-C appliances and CO₂ fertilizing appliances. Please also ensure that skimmers and ozonisers in saltwater are switched off. 50 % of the water should be changed prior to application. Aerate the aquarium using a diaphragm pump with air stone during the treatment. It is advisable to add medication in the morning and to observe the animals during the application. Feed the fish sparingly during the treatment.

After treatment

After the treatment, please filter the aquarium water for 24 hours using activated carbon to remove the residues of medication. Afterwards the activated carbon should be duly discarded. The addition of a bacterial starter to the aquarium water helps to replace any purifying bacteria which may have been affected.