Post-disease tank recovery
Post-disease tank recovery
My tank just got over a nasty bout of Ich, and I'm not sure how to get things back to normal. Water params are good, 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, 10 nitrate. Should I do anything special with the substrate or filter media?
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
Glad your tank's on the mend! I'd say keep up with small water changes, like 10% every few days, to help clear any leftover meds. What kind of fish you got in there? Some are more sensitive than others after treatment.
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
If you used copper-based meds, check your carbon filter. It's gonna absorb residual copper, but replace it after a week. Also, test your GH and KH, some meds can mess with those. What's your substrate? Sand holds onto meds longer than gravel.
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
Thanks for the tips. I've got a mix of Tetras and Corys, and the substrate is sand. Didn't think about the carbon filter, gonna swap that out tonight.
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
Nice, Corys are tough but Tetras can be sketchy post-treatment. Keep an eye on their gills, sometimes they get irritated. You using any stress coat?
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
Sand's tricky with meds. Stir it lightly during water changes to release any trapped stuff. Also, if you're running a sponge filter, squeeze it in old tank water to clean it without killing the bacteria. How often were you dosing?
Re: Post-disease tank recovery
Bacteria starter's a good call. Also, if your plants took a hit, trim the dead leaves so they don't rot and spike ammonia. What's your lighting schedule? Plants recover faster with consistent light, but not too intense.