DESCRIPTION
Fritz Aquatics FritzGuard Water Conditioner 473ml/16oz
Detoxifies Chlorine, Chloramines, and Heavy Metals
Enhanced with Aloe Vera, Vitamin E and Electrolytes
Promotes Slime Coat Regeneration
Reduces Stress
Aids Establishment of Nitrifying Bacteria
Safe for Fresh and Saltwater Systems
About FritzGuard®
FritzGuard® is a safe and effective pH-buffered water conditioner that neutralizes toxic chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals found in tap water. FritzGuard® promotes healing and reduces fish stress with aloe vera and vitamin E and provides necessary electrolytes. Naturally secreted by mucous glands, the slime coat is a natural defense system that protects fish from disease, aids in osmoregulation and reduces stress caused by sudden changes in the environment. FritzGuard® provides a replacement slime coat to aid fish that have lost theirs or have been injured due to stress, poor water conditions and handling. FritzGuard® enhances biofiltration by producing a slime coat over the filter media, aiding in the attachment of beneficial bacteria, like those in FritzZyme® biological products.
Directions & Dosage
Use 5 mL (1 tsp) per 10 U.S. gallons (38 L). For areas with very high chlorine levels, dosage can be safely increased or repeated up to 5x.
*For best results, add FritzGuard to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
For marine aquariums, turn off protein skimmer for 6 hours after adding FritzGuard to reduce *foaming.
*No other equipment restrictions necessary
*No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
*Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
*Overdosed? It’s safe to increase dosage up to five times. Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
*Test with a chlorine test kit
FAQs
See below for frequently asked questions regarding FritzGuard®.
Can FritzGuard be overdosed?
The dosage of FritzGuard can safely be increased by up to 5x the recommended amount.
Do I treat before or after I add water to tank?
Water should be treated before being added to the aquarium.
Will FritzGuard over-activate protein skimmers?
Yes, the polymers in FritzGuard will over activate protein skimmers, skimmers should be turned off for 24 hours after introduction.
How long do I need to wait after treating water to add to tank?
Treated water can be added to the aquarium immediately after mixing with FritzGuard.
Fritz Guard Best Practices
*For best results, add FritzGuard to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
*For marine aquariums, turn off protein skimmer for 6 hours after adding FritzGuard to reduce foaming.
*No other equipment restrictions necessary
*No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
*Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
*Overdosed? It’s safe to increase dosage up to five times. Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
*Test with a chlorine test kit
Is this product safe for Axolotls?
FritzGuard - NOT SAFE, contains aloe which can coat the gills of the axolotl
Fritz ACCR - SAFE, does not contain aloe
Fritz Complete - SAFE, does not contain aloe
Can I use this with Aquarium Solutions Ich-X?
Aquarium Solutions Ich-X contraindicates sulfinate- and sulfoxylate-based water conditioners with their product. Which Fritz water conditioners are safe?
Fritz Guard - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
Fritz ACCR - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfinate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Complete - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfoxylate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Concentratred Chlorine Remover - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
