What to treat fin rot with??

[maestromad]

My has had fin rot since I had him a few weeks ago, I've tried melafix and a week of salted water with no improvement.
I'm looking for what to try next, the only tank mates are chilli rasboras
Thanks

 

[maestromad]

Anyone? I'll be goon out shopping soon so was hoping to pick something up

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Has it stopped rotting or is it still happening?
If its stopped but hasn't started growing back IMO just keep going with what your doing. IME it takes a while to actually start growing back once it stops rotting.
If its still rotting/falling off try myxazin.
http://www.waterlife.co.uk/waterlife/myxazin.htm

 

[maestromad]

From what I can see its getting worse, not loosing fins yet but he's got some clear spots which look like they may turn into small holes at least he's still eating and being friendly!

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Clear parts on the fins are usually new growth. They grow in clear then gain colour later. If you think it's getting worse try the myxazin because antibiotics aren't available in the UK.

 

[maestromad]

Ok thanks mumma these white areas are in the middle of his fins like little pin pricks

 

[maestromad]

What antibiotics would you recommend maybe I can get them online?

 

[Mumma.of.two]

What antibiotics would you recommend maybe I can get them online?

As far as I know you guys have stricter laws regarding fish medication than here in Aus. I'm not sure you'll be able to find any. Something like maracyn might work.

 

[maestromad]

Ok so I've got some myaxzin, will it be ok to add with the salty water or should I do a water change to get rid of it??

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Ok so I've got some myaxzin, will it be ok to add with the salty water or should I do a water change to get rid of it??

I would assume you can mix the two. The myxazin can be used on SW fish without issue.

 

[maestromad]

Fab thanks for your help mumma!

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Good luck with treatment!

 

[maestromad]

Ok on day 1 of treatment the bottle isn't very clear but I think it's 5 days of treatment ??

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Ok on day 1 of treatment the bottle isn't very clear but I think it's 5 days of treatment ??

The bottle confused me too!
It is one dose every 24 hours for 5 days. The med is only active for 24 hours so your not doubling and tripling the the dose when you add it again.

 

[maestromad]

Fab so it won't matter if I need to do a water change either!

 

[maestromad]

Here's a picture of mr grumpy we're on day 3 and I think im expecting miracles lol!! He's very active and comes to my hand when I feed him now, plus he seems to be getting in famously with the (now 17) chili rasboras!

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Glad he's doing well!

 

[maestromad]

Thanks mumma he's really starting to relax now, still had a darker red stripe along te bottom of his body, but I'm not sure it is a stress line. I don't know what he ha to be stressed about!! Lots of room And some friends lol

 

[maestromad]

Ok quick update for you all (and mumma!)
I've added a pic of mr grumpy after a 5 day myxain treatment I think he's got worse but not sure - so where to go next?

 

[Mumma.of.two]

Are you sure he's not a nipper? My Betta Sherbet is. Takes off over half his fins every few weeks. I'll get a pic soon if you want.