Hikari IntestiPro is a powdered treatment designed to help address intestinal worm issues in pond, freshwater, and marine fish. The formula combines two proven active ingredients in a scientifically developed ratio to provide an effective systemic treatment option for hobbyists.
This treatment can be used either as a bath treatment directly in the aquarium or pond, or incorporated into medicated food for oral treatment of internal infections. When used as directed, it will not discolor water and does not harm biological filtration.
Why Choose Hikari IntestiPro?
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Dual Active Formula: Combines Metronidazole and Praziquantel in a balanced ratio.
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Systemic Treatment: Designed to treat internal parasite and worm issues.
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Flexible Application: Can be used as a bath treatment or incorporated into medicated fish food.
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Water Clarity: Will not discolor aquarium or pond water.
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Helps Reduce Symptoms: Supports treatment of wasting issues and white stringy feces.
Dosing Instructions
Preparation: Before use, roll the bottle back and forth on a flat surface for at least two minutes to mix the contents.
Bath Treatment:
- Remove activated carbon from filters.
- Maintain filtration but clean mechanical media if needed.
- Perform a minimum 30% water change before treatment.
- Use 1 teaspoon (~10 g) per 20 gallons (76 L) of water every 3 days.
- Repeat treatment after performing another 30% water change.
- Treatments may require up to 10 total applications.
- Add extra aeration during treatment.
- If no improvement is seen within 6 days, discontinue treatment.
Oral Treatment:
- Prepare medicated feed using a gelatin-based or dry food method.
- Feed at least twice daily the amount fish will consume within 5 minutes.
- Remove uneaten food after feeding.
- Continue feeding for at least 3 days after symptoms disappear.
- Do not use medicated food older than 10 days.
- Never use medicated feed as a regular diet.
PRO TIP
Always calculate the true water volume of your aquarium before dosing. Measure length x width x height and divide by 238 to estimate gallons, then subtract space displaced by gravel, rocks, or decorations to avoid accidental overdosing.
