Big Mistake! Please Help

[RileyK]

I added an ammonia remover to my cycling tank! I've had my 20g tank set up since friday night, and just added my fish tonight. I used old filter media for the tank. I'm worried because I've just read that ammonia remover can wipe out the cycling process!?

 

[librarygirl]

What kind of ammonia remover is it? Liquid or something you put in the filter? If it's liquid, just do a couple of 50% water changes to help remove it.

You might want to read these too if you haven't yet:

I just learned about cycling but I already have fish. What now?!

http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f15/guide-to-starting-a-freshwater-aquarium-186089.html

 

[RileyK]

Thank you librarygirl! I ended up doing a 25% water change. The fish have now been in the tank for almost twelve hours, and show no signs of stress.

I added a liquid ammonia remover product. Top Fin. Less than a full dose! About 4 hours before I decided to do a water change, and 2 hours before adding fish.

I am leaving soon to get a proper test kit. No work today so will be able to check my readings every few hours.

 

[RileyK]

All is well ! Will check water daily!