EIHO Aqua Copper: The Professional Strength Shield Against External Parasites

EIHO Aqua Copper is a potent, medical-grade solution designed to eliminate the most stubborn external parasites that plague both freshwater and marine aquariums. It is specifically formulated to eradicate Velvet disease (Oodinium), Gill Flukes (Dactylogyrus), and resistant strains of White Spot (Ichthyophthirius multifiliis). By utilizing a stabilized copper compound, this treatment remains active in the water column longer than traditional copper salts, providing a consistent "strike zone" to neutralize parasites during their free-swimming infectious stage.

For marine hobbyists, EIHO Aqua Copper is a gold standard for treating Marine Velvet (Amyloodinium) and Marine Ich (Cryptocaryon irritans), which can be devastatingly fast-moving in a closed system. Because copper interferes with the enzymatic functions of these parasites, it effectively breaks their life cycle. It is an essential tool for any "Quarantine Tank" (QT) protocol, ensuring that new arrivals are cleaned of hidden pathogens before they enter your main display.

Why You Need This

When standard "herbal" or "gentle" treatments fail, copper is the heavy hitter that gets the job done. This product solves several critical pain points:

• Velvet Disease (Gold Dust): If your fish look like they’ve been dusted with fine gold or yellow powder and are breathing rapidly, Aqua Copper is the most reliable cure.

• Fluke Infestations: Stops "flashing," head-shaking, and gill irritation caused by microscopic flukes attached to the delicate gill membranes.

• Quarantine Security: It acts as a "clean slate" treatment for new fish, preventing the introduction of parasites to your established community.

• Consistent Dosing: Unlike raw copper sulfate which can drop out of solution, this stabilized formula stays at therapeutic levels more effectively.

Instructions

Copper is a powerful tool, but it must be used with precision. Follow these steps to ensure a safe and effective treatment:

1. Check your Inhabitants: CRITICAL: Remove all invertebrates (shrimp, snails, crabs) and corals. Copper is lethal to them.

2. Prep your Filter: Remove activated carbon, UV sterilizers, and ion-exchange resins (like Purigen). Also, remove any decorative rocks like limestone which can "soak up" the copper.

3. The Dosage: Add 5ml (one capful) of EIHO Aqua Copper for every 50L of water on the first day.

4. The Follow-up: Add a half-dose (2.5ml per 50L) on the third and fifth days to maintain the therapeutic level as parasites hatch.

5. Test and Reset: After a 10-to-14-day course, perform a 50% water change and use activated carbon and a water conditioner like EIHO Ammonia Detox to remove the remaining copper.

Expert Tip: Copper is most effective when the KH (Carbonate Hardness) is at least 3 to 5dKH. If your water is very soft, the copper becomes "hotter" and more toxic to fish. Always check your KH before starting a copper regimen to ensure your fish stay comfortable!

FAQ Section

Is EIHO Aqua Copper safe for my reef tank?

No. Never use copper in a tank with live corals, anemones, or crustaceans. It should only be used in "Fish Only" systems or separate quarantine/hospital tanks.

Will this medication harm my plants?

Yes, most aquatic plants are sensitive to copper. If you have a heavily planted tank, we recommend moving the sick fish to a bare-bottom treatment tank for the duration of the medication.

How do I know if the copper level is correct?

While this formula is stabilized, I highly recommend using a Copper Test Kitsureto en levels stay between 0.15mg/L and 0.20mg/L. Too low won't kill the parasites; too high can stress the fish.

Does copper affect my biological filter?

At the recommended dosage, your Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter colonies will remain largely intact, but you should monitor for minor NH3 (Ammonia) spikes just to be safe.

Can I use this for "Scaleless" fish like Loaches?

Scaleless fish are more sensitive to copper. We do not recommend to us it with Loaches.

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