Aquarium Treatment

API ALGAEFIX Algae Control

Controls algae growth and keeps aquarium glass, ornaments and plants clean

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Treat and control algae growth and reduce your freshwater aquarium maintenance with API ALGAEFIX Algae Control. This revolutionary product is specially developed to control many types of algae, including "green water" algal blooms and string or hair algae, and it will not harm fish or plants when used as directed. Weekly doses of API ALGAEFIX Algae Control will control algae growth and reduce aquarium maintenance. Do not overdose. To treat algae, add 1 ml per 10 gallons of water and repeat every three days until algae is controlled. Siphon or scrape any dead algae from aquarium. Use this aquarium treatment weekly to control algae growth and reduce aquarium maintenance. API ALGAEFIX Algae Control is not for use with freshwater crustaceans including shrimp, crabs and lobsters.

With API aquarium products, it’s easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For almost 60 years API has developed premium solutions with proven and effective results for your family and ours. API offers a range of testing kits, water conditioners, and nutritionally superior food, because we’re dedicated to making a better underwater world. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. At API, we understand the rewards and relaxation of fishkeeping because we have a passion for fish too.

It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do not overdose. Add 1 ml for each 10 gallons (38 L) or 5 ml for each 50 gallons (190 L) of water. Repeat dose every three days until algae is controlled. Siphon or scrape any dead algae from aquarium. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce aquarium maintenance. Caution: do not use with freshwater crustaceans, including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters. Will not harm fish or plants when used as directed.

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Add 1 ml. for each 10 gallons

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API ALGAEFIX™ algae control will not harm fish or turtles. Turtles and other aquatic reptiles or amphibians can remain in the aquarium during treatment. DO NOT use with freshwater crustaceans including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters.