Discus X Bactocide 2 is a specialized formula designed for internal infections and issues that affect a fish's behavior and balance. It is highly absorbable, allowing it to target deep-seated bacterial, fungal, and protozoan pathogens from within.

Common Uses & Indications

You should use Bactocide 2 if your fish show signs of internal distress, such as:

• Swim Bladder Issues: Unbalanced swimming, "head-standing," or inability to swim upright.
• Digestive Distress: Bloated stomach, loss of appetite, or thick/stringy white waste.
• Severe Symptoms: Dropsy (pineconing) or bulging eyes (pop-eye).

Application Instructions

• Administration: Add the medication to the water based on the recommended amount per volume, as indicated on the product packaging.
• Standard Cycle: Treatment is typically repeated daily for a duration of 6 to 10 days.
• Water Changes: Perform a 70–100% water change every 24 hours before adding the next dose.
• Extended Treatment: In specific, controlled environments like hospital tanks with no feeding, the interval between doses may be extended.
• Recovery Rule: Continue treatment for at least 2 days after symptoms disappear to help prevent reinfection.

Best Practices for Success

• Hospital Tank: It is strongly recommended to treat in a separate tank to avoid affecting the beneficial bacteria in your main bio-filter.
• Remove Carbon: Take out all active carbon from your filter, as it will strip the medication from the water.
• Additives: Adding salt, such as Epsom salt for bloated stomachs, is sometimes recommended alongside treatment to aid recovery.
• Feeding: It is often best to stop feeding during the treatment period to maintain water quality.