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