General Trio Powder (Kanamycin, Metronidazole and Nitrofurazone)

General Trio Powder (Kanamycin, Metronidazole and Nitrofurazone)

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General Trio Powder is a blend of kanamycin, metronidazole and nitrofurazone.  This combination is known as a “super cure” as it covers a wide spectrum of ground.  This triple hitting medication is an excellent treatment option when you are unsure what is ailing your fish.

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1 review for General Trio Powder (Kanamycin, Metronidazole and Nitrofurazone)

    General Trio Powder (Kanamycin, Metronidazole and Nitrofurazone) photo review
    Elizabeth E., Lakeside, AZ (Verified Customer) March 11, 2022
    March 23, 2022
    I have yet to receive my order. I was excited to find a product that had all 3 medications. So I ordered immediately (my fish have been misdiagnosed a...More
    I have yet to receive my order. I was excited to find a product that had all 3 medications. So I ordered immediately (my fish have been misdiagnosed and untreated for a couple weeks) after I ordered, within an hour, the order went from processing to ready to ship. I was very pleased with how quickly that was done. However I waited a week and it still said ready to ship. After sending 2 unanswered emails, I called the Customer service. I was told to text my order number and they would research it for me. It was mailed out the next day. Its now been 5 days since its shipped and I still haven't received it. Most of my fish have died and the few remaining probably won't make it. Im very disappointed in my experience. From Michael: Sometimes, medications can take up a few days to be hand-measured, packed, and shipped. Your experience serves as a great lesson to other fish keepers--always stock up on medications BEFORE your fish get sick and order in advance. The tracking information says your order was successfully delivered.

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The individual medications in this mix are:

Kanamycin Sulfate is a highly effective broad spectrum antibiotic that targets many bacterial strains and is useful in controlling many bacterial infections, including Aeromonas, Vibrio, Flexibacter and Mycobacteria in both freshwater and saltwater environments.

Metronidazole most often used for its anti-protozoa properties, however it is also good for treating anaerobic bacteria as well.  Metronidazole is effective for treating internal and external flagellates as well as protozoan parasites such as Cryptocaryon in marine aquaria or against Hexamita and Ichthyophthirius.

Nitrofurazone is the active ingredient in Furan 2 and is an antibiotic drug that has anti-protozoan properties.  It is known to target Columnaris, Flexibacter, Black Molly Disease (Flavobacterium columnaris), Bacterial Gill Disease, Aeromonas, Excess Body Slime, Cloudy Eye, Streptococcus, Furunculosis, Fin and Tail Rot, Marine external ulcer disease and some protozoan infestations. Useful in treating minor topical skin infections of freshwater and marine species.

When these three medications are used concurrently they are referred to as a super drug due to the fact that they have a synergystic effect that makes them even more effective than when used on their own.

Treatment:  1/2 teaspoon per 20g tank water.  Dosed daily with a 25% water change prior to each dose.  Treatment should be continued for a minimum of 10 days, but may be stopped after 3-5 days if no improvement is noted.  Due to the use of multiple antibacterial medications, monitor water parameters.

Do not use on invertebrates.

Every fish we sell bears our gold seal that represents the Discus.com promise to our customers. When you make a purchase with us, you are entrusting our team with shipping you a collector grade specimen of unparalleled quality, beauty, size, and heft based on our judgement accrued over 25 years of experience. We guarantee the fish you receive will match the exact fish represented in our product photos. We are the gold standard of discus. Note: our discus are always measured from tip of nose to end of tail.

 

Category Rating
Care Level: Moderate, see our Learning Center for comprehensive care.
Temperament: Peaceful
Color Form: Huge variety available
Lifespan: 15-25 Years
Adult Size: 8-12 inches
Diet: Omnivorous
Family: Cichlidae
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Tank Set-Up: Bare-bottom, or Intermediate
Compatibility: Often compatible



Natural Habitat for Discus

Discus are found in floodplain lakes and flooded forests of the lowland Amazon River basin and some of its tributaries, including the Rio Negro.  These areas experience extreme changes in water level due to seasonal flooding.  Discus tend to congregate near fallen trees, known as “galhadas”, along the shore.  They prefer quiet water, and are rarely found in areas where there is strong current or wave action.

Discus Water Requirements

Discus prefer warm, soft, acidic water.  pH should be between 6.0 and 7.0, with hardness between 1° and 4° dKH (18 to 70 ppm).  Temperature should be kept between 82° and 89° F. Water conditions for both wild and hybrid discus are the same. While captive bred discus can be kept in dechlorinated tap water  reverse osmosis or deionized water supplemented will ensure the the best conditions. Discus require pristine water quality, and depending on the filtration system being used, a weekly or bi-weekly water change of 10% to 25% is highly recommended. Don’t forget to treat tap water with conditioner before refilling your aquarium!  

Housing Requirements for Discus

Discus grow to be quite large, and full sized discus will require an aquarium of 50 gallons or larger when they reach adult size.  Tall aquariums are best, to accommodate their body shape.  Current should be gentle, and décor if used at all should include large broadleaf plants and driftwood that is arranged vertically to simulate downed branches and trees.  A few floating plants can also be added to provide shaded areas and cover. Substrate should be fine to medium grade and smooth surfaced, as discus like to forage along the bottom for food.

Discus Behavior/Compatibility

Discus are generally calm, peaceful fish, but as cichlids they can be aggressive toward one another, especially when attempting to pair off and spawn.  Shy or submissive fish should be removed if they are unable to compete. Most serious hobbyists do not mix their discus with too many other species. However, suitable aquarium mates include cardinal tetras, neons, emperor and rummy nose tetras, as well as clown loaches and dwarf cichlids such as rams and Apistogramma species. All of these fish tolerate the high temperatures and low pH/hardness required by discus.  

What do Discus Eat?

In nature discus eat a considerable amount of plant material and detritus, but also forage along the bottom looking for worms and small crustaceans.  They are omnivores and will thrive on freeze dried black worms, beefheart, frozen blood worms, and a variety of pellet and flake food. Frozen and live foods may be fed as treats or to help induce spawning.  For best results, rotate their diet daily and feed only what they can consume in 2 to 3 minutes, once or twice a day.

Discus Breeding Level – Difficult

Captive bred discus will pair up and spawn relatively easily, but young, inexperienced parents may eat their eggs the first few times, particularly if other fish are present.  After hatching the young feed on heavy body mucus secreted by the parents for a few days until they begin to free-swim.  Parents will transfer the young back and forth several times a day.

Q: How are your stated fish measurements conducted?

A: All measurements are made from tip of nose to end of tail. Photographs are representative of the strain or variety, and not the exact specimens that will be shipped.

Q: How do I make a purchase?

A: Every discus you see on our website is available for immediate purchase and ready to be shipped to you. Click the “Add to Cart” button on your desired products, adjust your quantities, and follow the checkout instructions. We honor all special requests. Please allow a 2-day minimum handling period for discus.

Shipping Tiers for Live Tropical Fish: 

  • Discus/Altum orders over $600: choice of a free gift of a breeding cone or t-shirt. Use the promo code BONUS-CONE after adding your selection to your cart.

Blackworms: Free USPS Postal Shipping

Plants: $10 FedEx Priority Shipping, Minimum Order: $15

International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to purchasing.

 

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