Cupramine - Copper Parasite Treatment

Seachem Cupramine

Seachem Cupramine is a highly effective copper-based treatment designed to eradicate a variety of ectoparasites in both freshwater and marine fish. It is particularly effective against parasites such as Ichthyophthirius (white spot), Cryptocaryon (marine white spot), Oodinium (velvet), and Amyloodinium (marine velvet).

Key Features:

• Active Copper Formulation: Cupramine utilizes a buffered, active copper that remains in solution and is less toxic to fish compared to traditional copper sulfate or citrate treatments.

• High Safety Margin: With a therapeutic dose of 0.5 mg/L in saltwater (0.25 mg/L in freshwater) and a toxic dose of 0.8 mg/L, Cupramine offers a wide safety margin, reducing the risk of harm to your aquatic pets.

• Easy Removal: The treatment can be completely removed from the aquarium using activated carbon or CupriSorb, allowing for flexibility in treatment and water quality management.

• No Contamination: Unlike some copper treatments, Cupramine does not contaminate the filter bed, making it suitable for use in systems with biological filtration.

Dosage Instructions:

• Initial Dose: Add 20 drops (1 mL) per 40 L (10.5 US gallons) of aquarium water.

• Subsequent Doses: Wait 48 hours, then repeat the dosage.

• Final Copper Concentration: Maintain a copper concentration of 0.5 mg/L in saltwater (0.25 mg/L in freshwater) for a duration of 14 days.

Important Notes:

• Invertebrates: Do not use Cupramine in aquariums containing invertebrates, as they are highly sensitive to copper.

• Chemical Filtration: Remove any chemical filtration media, such as MatrixCarbon and Purigen, before administering Cupramine.

• Water Conditioners: Avoid using water conditioners or ammonia binders during treatment, as they can interact with Cupramine and reduce its effectiveness.

Seachem Cupramine is a reliable and safe choice for treating external parasitic infections in fish, offering a high safety margin and effective results when used as directed.