Hikari Ich-X Aquarium Treatment

Hikari Ich-X Aquarium Treatment is a proven solution for treating ich and other protozoan-related diseases in both freshwater and marine fish. Based on the well-known Leteux-Meyer formulation, it uses an improved form of malachite green to deliver effective results while being less stressful on fish and biological filtration.

This ready-to-use treatment helps control common external parasites and fungal issues and can be safely used on scaleless fish. It remains effective even in cooler water conditions down to 50°F, making it a reliable option across a wide range of setups.

Why Choose Hikari Ich-X Aquarium Treatment?

• Proven Formula: Based on the Leteux-Meyer formulation with an improved malachite green component.
• Effective Parasite Control: Targets ich (ichthyophthiriasis) and marine ich (cryptocaryoniasis).
• Fungal Support: Helps control common external fungal issues.
• Fish Safe Design: Can be used safely on scaleless fish when directions are followed.
• Low Stress Treatment: Designed to be less stressful on fish and bio-action.
• Cool Water Use: Effective in temperatures as low as 50°F.

Dosing Instructions

• Use 1 teaspoon (5 mL) per 10 gallons (38 L) of aquarium water.
• Perform at least a 1/3 water change before each dose using a sulfate-free conditioner.
• Repeat treatment every 24 hours, or as often as every 8 hours depending on severity.
• Continue treatment for at least 3 days after all visible signs of disease have disappeared.

Best Practices:

• Always treat fish in a separate quarantine or treatment tank when possible.
• Remove activated carbon from filters during treatment.
• Maintain filtration but clean mechanical media if needed.
• Add aeration during treatment to support oxygen levels.

PRO TIP

Always calculate your true water volume before dosing by measuring tank dimensions and subtracting displacement from substrate and decorations. Accurate dosing is key to effective treatment and fish safety.