Bioadhesive supplement repairs and strengthens a fi shes natural slime coat which strengthens the fishes defense against protozoan infections such as velvet.

New natural oils and filming technology for the relief of unwelcome parasites. The natural oils are combined with a polymer that acts as a slime coat and carries the oils to the body of the fish. A protein solubilizer helps promote the penetration of the oils into the cell structure of the fishes skin. The crowning additive is the Biospheres® Technology. This causes the treatment package to be covered with a shield to maintain contact.

Bio-adhesive supplement repairs and strengthens the fish’s natural slime coat which protects against protozoan infections including velvet, trichodina and Ick.

Protoshield® is a revolutionary new way to help maintain fish optimum health. Proven, natural oils and extracts are combined with a patented film forming matrix to help repair and strengthen a fish’s natural slime coat and help provide a protective shield around your fish. A fish’s slime coat acts as the first line of defense for fish against protozoan infections.

Special note on Protoshield® — Do not exceed recommended dosage. This product may slow biological filtration. During use some sessile invertebrates will retract for the first several hours. This condition will be temporary and may last for up to 24 hours. Tested on Stone Polyp, Brain Favites, Mushroom (Rhodactis), Ricordea Sp., Favia Fragum, Plate Coral Sp., Tubastraea Sp., Knobby Leather Sp., Acropora Sp., Finger Coral (Porites) coral species. All corals and polyps may not react the same way as the test species. Follow dosage directions as detailed on the product packaging.

Directions:

Shake well before using.

Remove carbon from filter, add 4 drops per gallon or 5ml (1 tsp) per 25 gallons of water to be treated. Treat every other day for a total of three treatments. Raising the aquarium temperature to above 80 degrees will increase the effectiveness of the treatment for some species being kept. Do not exceed temperatures of 84 degrees and always ensure adequate aeration is provided for the fish, particularly when treating at higher temperatures.

For reef tanks and aquariums with invertebrates the dosage should be adjusted to two treatments of two drops per gallon or 5ml (1 tsp) per 50 gallons 12 hours apart. Treat every other day for a total of 6 treatments ( 2 treatments per day).

Note: Consult a veterinarian or fish expert for assistance in diagnosis of disease causing organisms and treatment options.

Active Ingredients: Chitosan, D-Limonene, Manuka Oil, Neem Oil