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    Virkon S

    Hi guys,

    First of all; I have hammered this site over the last week or so and been given some sound information and advice. Much has changed since my last pond and so this site has been invaluable to me.....so thanks to all!

    Anyway, I have been very kindly pointed to a product called 'Virkon S Aquatic' and after checking it out it sounds like a great addition to pond maintenance. My questions however;

    Does this product harm/kill plants (water lilies, elodea)?

    Has anyone had any negative issues with using this product?

    Thanks in advance as always.

    John.



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    Extreme Koi Member Rank = Kyusai TinyTony's Avatar
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    why were you recommended ? I use it if I have a fish with a knock or suspected bacterial issue

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    I was advised to put 1 tablet per 1000 gallons per week.
    5 tablets a week for my 5000 gallon pond
    5000 Gallon Fibreglassed Pond With 54" x 27" Infinity Window
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    Hi Blo 60 - Medo 45 - Spindrifter Bottom Drain
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    It’s a water sanitiser basically, you can also use it to sanitise your nets/koi equipment.

    I understood it gained prominence as a form of protection against KHV (I’m not sure actually how effective it is).

    It is not a treatment for fish and as you probably know and should be used above 4 degrees. Dosage; as per Andy’s comment but turn off UV for 8 hours.

    Rob.


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    I was advised to use it as a preventative against bacterial infection since I'm pretty sure that's what has recently caused deaths in my pond. I know it wont solve my immediate issue but I was wondering if it harms plants when added?

    Cheers.

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    I used it last yr as had two poorly fish one with scales raised and one with cloudy eyes, with in two day both fish was good again


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    Quote Originally Posted by markf1fan View Post
    I used it last yr as had two poorly fish one with scales raised and one with cloudy eyes, with in two day both fish was good again


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    Hi mark

    What dosage do you use virkon for

    I have just dosed 1 tablet per 1000 gallons but when can you re dose?


    thanks

    Jim

 

 

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