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Re: Aquatic Plants Digest V2 #103..ich
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To: Aquatic-Plants at actwin_com
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Subject: Re: Aquatic Plants Digest V2 #103..ich
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From: Karl Schoeler <krsfert at citilink_com>
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Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 08:39:53 -0700
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Posted-Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996 08:44:52 -0500
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References: <199607280739.DAA21601 at looney_actwin.com>
> Date: Sun, 28 Jul 1996
> Subject: Ich
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> Hi
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> I'm wondering if anybodie could tell me a cure for ich that doesn't
> include removeing live plants.(snip)
Anthony,
Methylene Blue will work effectively if used in conjunction with a
temperature increase. Dosage: use 1/2 the label directions.
The dosage must continue for several days. Also, it should be dispensed
into the tank at a place where the current will mix it quickly to avoid
possible staining of silicone etc. I have used it several times over the
years and have not had any ill effects on my planted tanks.
There is some thought that a temperature increase alone will work, if
coupled with a diatomaceous earth filter.
Clown loaches seem to be able to withstand a 1/2 dose, but may not live
through a full daily dose.
I believe the long term cure for ich is temperature stability.
Karl R. Schoeler
K.R. Schoeler Enterprises, Inc.