Antibiotics

Question
I hope my question finds you well, I am wondering if you are aware of any issues with using Mardel Biospheres products in addition to other antiotics. They warn not to mix their products that contain "biospheres" with other medications of the same nature (antibiotic or antiparasitic, depending on which product of theirs you're using) because the "unique" biospheres "action" may cause problems. Are you aware whether or not this is indeed the case? I have a very ill gouramis with a large wound consumed by what appears to be a bacterial body "fungus" and I have began treatment with Maracyn-Plus but his condition has worstened.  would like to treat with a Nitrofurazone compound in addition as the bacteria has previously prvoen to be very stubborn, but am hesitant due to Mardel labs' warning. Any thoughts you have would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.

Rachel

Answer
Dear Rachel,
Hmm... The best thing I can say is the follow the directions. It could be that other medications interferes with the biospheres "special action" so it may be best not to mix. If you want to try a different med, do two good 50% water changes and then treat with the other medication. I'm so sorry to hear about your gourami. Actually Maracyn plus should do the trick. Along with treatment I would insure to change 50% of the aquarium water everyday with such a bad illness as this is. You could also try adding some aquarium salt to your water as a further side treatment. First put half the dose into your aquarium in the morning, then later in the evening add the next half dose to equal one full dose according to how large your aquarium is.

With daily massive water changes, medication, aquarium salt and plenty of patience your Gourami should be better.

Feel free to contact me with any further questions!
Only my VERY best wishes,
Karen~