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Can FIX / FIXLITE treat cyanobacteria / BGA?Updated a month ago

Yes. Both APT FIX and APT FIXLITE are effective against cyanobacteria / BGA. Treat early to prevent spreading.  

Take these steps:

  1. Clear away as much as possible during water change. 
  2. Remove / replace old or deteriorating growth, they are food for BGA.
  3. Review / improve flow. BGA thrives in areas of poor flow.
  4. Spot-dose remaining areas with FIX / FIXLITE.
  5. If using APT 1, shift to APT 3/APTe or increase APT 3 dosage. Cyanobacteria grows more readily in low N environments.
  6. If all fails, consider antibiotics: erythromycin.

We have an article on BGA here


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