Finco Ich-Xterminator

Ich (White Spot)

Ichthyophthirius (freshwater) / Cryptocaryon (saltwater)

Looks like salt sprinkled on the fish’s body and fins. Usually accompanied by twitching, flashing, and other signs of stress and irritation. Several parasites are grouped under this name, but the symptoms are almost identical. Ich is among the most common infections of fish, and is entirely treatable with diligence and attention to water quality.

Suggested Treatment Period:

14-28 days

Special Considerations

It is very important with this parasite to continue dosing for the full treatment period. A break in the medication allows the parasite to multiply and reinfect the fish.

Due to the nature of this parasite, it is normal for the visible signs of infection to get worse before they get better. The medication is still working, but it takes some time for the salt-like cysts on the fish to clear out. Keep up the treatment and the visible spots should clear soon!

Trichodina

Trichodina spp are ciliated protozoan parasites of fish commonly found on the skin and gills. These parasites usually cause limited problems to fish if fish are only lightly infected. However, Trichodina sp can cause serious pathological changes and mortalities among heavily parasitized fish.

Suggested Treatment Period:

Bath treatment for 60 minutes

Chilodonella

Parasite/Protozoa

Chilodonella damage the skin and gills of fish. Infections can lead to emaciation, loss of condition, hypoxia (lack of oxygen), lethargy and even death. During heavy infections the parasites can cover almost the entire surface of the fish.

Suggested Treatment Period:

10 days or until infection clears

Special Considerations

Unlike other fish diseases, it should also be noted that Chilodonella is not influenced much by water temperature.