interpet antislime

[alan howell]

Hi all
has anyone ever used "Interpet Antislime algae " treatment.Just wondered if
it works, TIA.....Alan

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[Racf]

"alan howell" > wrote in message
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> Hi all
> has anyone ever used "Interpet Antislime algae " treatment.Just
wondered if
> it works, TIA.....Alan
>
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>

I have not used it. What is generally called slime algae is actually
bacteria. If this product were to address it, it would have to be an
anti-biotic like Erythromycin(probably misspelled that). Its the only
anti-biotic I have heard of that would address it without completely
killing bio-filter. I would suggest not using it unless its clearly
understood what it is and what your problem is.

The latest recommended procedure for getting rid of this bacteria is to
black out the tank for a few days..or just sucking it out.....The root
cause is generally high phosphate levels.

Good luck..

[Cam]

......The root
> cause is generally high phosphate levels.

Hey Racf, :)

Are you sure about that? If so, what would be the best way to lessen
phosphate levels? Gravel Vacuum, water changes?

Regards
Cameron

[Racf]

"Cam" > wrote in message
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> .....The root
> > cause is generally high phosphate levels.
>
> Hey Racf, :)
>
> Are you sure about that? If so, what would be the best way to lessen
> phosphate levels? Gravel Vacuum, water changes?
>
> Regards
> Cameron
>
>

Check your tap water to make sure of its levels of phosphate... Usually
weekly gravel vacs and water changes are advised to reduce build-ups.
In bad cases there are products available as filter media that absorb
Phosphates...