{"id":4108,"date":"2026-09-20T20:12:43","date_gmt":"2026-09-20T17:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluefinpets.com\/product\/seachem-paraguard\/"},"modified":"2026-09-20T22:45:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-20T19:45:54","slug":"seachem-paraguard","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/bluefinpets.com\/en\/product\/seachem-paraguard\/","title":{"rendered":"Seachem ParaGuard"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Seachem ParaGuard<\/h2>\n<p>ParaGuard\u2122 is the only fish and filter safe aldehyde based (10% by weight) parasite control product available (for parasites on fish). Unlike highly toxic and difficult to use formalin based medications, ParaGuard\u2122 contains no formaldehyde or methanol and will not alter pH. ParaGuard\u2122 employs a proprietary, synergistic blend of aldehydes, malachite green, and fish protective polymers that effectively and efficiently eradicates many ectoparasites (e.g. ich, etc.) and external fungal\/bacterial\/viral lesions (e.g., fin rot). It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank.<\/p>\n<p>ParaGuard\u2122 is appropriate for treating a variety of parasitic infections of exotic fish. Below are some of the more common infections treatable with ParaGuard\u2122. Be aware that many diseases and infections share similar physical and behavioral symptoms, e.g. clamped fins, lesions, loss of appetite.<\/p>\n<p>Looks like salt sprinkled on the fish\u2019s body and fins. Usually accompanied by twitching, flashing, and other signs of stress and irritation. Several parasites are grouped under this name, but the symptoms are almost identical. Ich is among the most common infections of fish, and is entirely treatable with diligence and attention to water quality.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Eradicates ectoparasites and fungal, bacterial, and viral lesions<\/li>\n<li>Safer to dose than formaldehyde, formalin, and methanol<\/li>\n<li>Will not adversely effect bio-filter<\/li>\n<li>Ich (White Spot)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions and Care<\/h2>\n<p>Remove all invertebrates from the tank as well as any chemical filtration. Use 5 mL (1 capful) of ParaGuard\u2122 for every 40 L (10 US gallons). Repeat this dose daily as required as long as fish show no stress.<\/p>\n<p>ParaGuard\u2122 can also be used as a medicated dip. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 US gallon) in a container separate from your main tank. Dips may be extended if the fish show no evidence of stress. Keep in mind that many diseases linger in the water as well as on the fish. Giving a fish a dip treatment does no good if they go right back into infected water.<\/p>\n<p>This is a tank set up in order monitor and medicate new fish before they go into the main tank. ParaGuard\u2122 is gentle enough to use prophylactically (without visible symptoms) if needed. Quarantine times vary, but we generally recommend 2 weeks of treatment with ParaGuard\u2122 to clear out any possible external infections.<\/p>\n<h2>Storage and Safety<\/h2>\n<p>Keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children and use only as directed on the product label.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ParaGuard\u2122 is the only fish and filter safe aldehyde based (10% by weight) parasite control product available (for parasites on fish). Unlike highly toxic and difficult to use formalin based medications, ParaGuard\u2122 contains no formaldehyde or methanol and will not alter pH. 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