eSHa 2000

• Always read the leaflet before use;
• This product may stain if spilt;
• Keep out of reach of children and pets;
• Do not use with animals that are intended for consumption;
• Store bottle and leaflet in original packaging;
• For ornamental fish only;
• Keep away from cuts, eyes and other sensitive areas;
• This information is general product information, not to be mistaken for the instruction leaflet. No rights can be derived from this F.A.Q.!

Disease diagnosis is the first step towards successful and rapid disease cure. Most fish diseases are highly contagious and spread quickly in aquarium conditions, so prompt diagnosis and treatment is advised. There are some ‘early warning signals’ which should be watched for as these can indicate the onset of a disease.

Skin
The skin is the first line of defence and as such it is often the first to show signs of attack from infection. Any changes in skin colour or appearance should be closely watched for.

Fins
Watch your fish’s fins. Fins which are held close to the body signal an illness, particularly on live bearing fish.

Swimming behaviour
Unusual or sluggish swimming behaviour can indicate the onset of a disease.

eSHa 2000 treats primary and secondary fungal infections, bacterial skin infections and skin / gill parasites. An added advantage is its ability to assist wound healing and to protect the skin layer. eSHa 2000’s wide range action means the danger of choosing the wrong treatment is virtually eliminated.

A list of specific disease organisms and conditions that eSHa 2000 treats:

• Shimmying disease: also called ‘shimmies’. The fish no longer has proper control of its nerves and muscles;
• Protozoan parasites: a wide range of illnesses often caused by any number of microscopic external protozoan parasites;
• Fungus: most likely to be fungal species such as Saprolegnia and Achlya;
• Ulcers or wounds: sustained from vigorous feeding / breeding. Likely to be infected with secondary infection such as ‘fungus’ if left untreated;
• Mouth fungus: the common term for a bacterium called flexibacter;
• Dropsy: the common name for a combined viral and/or bacterial infection;
• Gill problems: can be a symptom of infection from certain fungi or worms, or poor water quality;
• Finrot: sustained from vigorous feeding / breeding. Likely to be infected with secondary infection such as ‘fungus’ if left untreated;
• Neon tetra disease: although common on neon tetras this disease can affect other fish species particularly barbs and danios. Fish can carry the parasite and not become infected. eSHa 2000 blocks neon tetra disease.

eSHa 2000’s broad range of activity is effective against more than eighteen disease organisms and conditions. These infections are very often contagious and can easily spread to healthy fish. The sooner you treat your fish, the better their chance of recovery. However, eSHa 2000 will not cure every ailment your fish may encounter.

• You can use eSHa 2000 to treat tropical and coldwater fish
• Be careful with shrimp, because eSHa 2000 may kill snails and algae! Do not let shrimp, crayfish and fish eat these dead and decomposing snails and algae, because they may cause food poisoning when eaten. When you have shrimp, crayfish or fish, which eat this dead material, we recommend to remove dead snails / algae and syphon the bottom during and directly after treatment
• eSHa 2000 is very well tolerated by plants and filters

You may continue to filter over non-adsorbing materials such as filter-wool, sand, gravel, etc. Always remove chemical ‘active’ filter media such as (fresh) activated carbon, UV (lights), oxidisers and resins, as these can have a diminishing effect on the action of eSHa 2000. Keep filters running day and night.

Overdosing
Overdosing is not recommended, however, eSHa 2000 usually remains non-toxic (under normal conditions) if more than the recommended dose is accidentally added.

Preventive dosage
Use only day one of the standard dose (25 drops per 100 litres) to prevent problems with new fish and plants. Use this same dosage when transporting fish to prevent problems caused by damage due to capture, stress and trauma.

For more information about the quarantine procedure, refer to our F.A.Q.: QUARANTINE PROCEDURE.

Extra heavy dosage
Double the standard three day dose for very ill fish, for prevention of egg mold and for fast initial results. In severe cases, the secondary dose (days 2 / 3) may be continued for a number of days. Soft water dosage in ‘soft’ water (low carbonates) increases the standard dosage. If GH is less than 4°dGH, double the daily standard dosage.

It is generally not necessary to do a water change before or after using eSHa 2000. However, there are a few exceptions where a partial water change should be carried out before treating the aquarium:

1. In the case of poor water quality. Regular testing with eSHa AQUA-QUICK-TEST can identify water quality problems in time to take corrective action when needed;
2. If you are close to your regular water change;
3. If using any waterconditioners (see general questions: how can I safely add tap water when doing a water change, without adding (too much) water conditioner?);
4. If you have just used or are using another treatment: 2 x 40% water changes should be carried out over a period of two days + appropriate filtering (i.e. carbon).

Replacing some of the water during or after treatment effectively removes some of the treatment. Compensate by adding a proportional amount of medication after a water change.

1. To treat the disease organisms and conditions, use a standard 3 day dose of eSHa 2000. Calculate the volume of your aquarium (only the area occupied by water). You can use the Dosage Calculator to calculate the correct dosage.
2. Add drops of eSHa 2000 to your aquarium by holding the bottle upside down and squeezing the pipette (20 drops = 1 ml).

Preventive dosage
Use only day one of the standard dose (25 drops per 100 litres) to prevent problems with new fish and plants. Use this same dosage when transporting fish to prevent problems caused by damage due to capture, stress and trauma.

For more information about the quarantine procedure, refer to our F.A.Q.: QUARANTINE PROCEDURE.

Extra heavy dosage
Double the standard three day dose for very ill fish, for prevention of egg mold and for fast initial results. In severe cases, the secondary dose (days 2 / 3) may be continued for a number of days. Soft water dosage in ‘soft’ water (low carbonates) increases the standard dosage. If GH is less than 4°dGH, double the daily standard dosage.

After an illness we strongly recommend that you give your fish a daily dose of eSHa OPTIMA, to keep them in good health. eSHa OPTIMA is a unique combination of the essential components found in tropical rivers, lakes and streams. These components are blended with trace elements, minerals, vitamins and natural growth enhancers to give your fish what they are accustomed to in their natural environment. eSHa OPTIMA stimulates and supports the natural immune defences and speeds up full recovery from illness.

We also recommend to give your fish a dose of MINAROLL after an illness. MINAROLL is a blend of trace elements, vitamins and minerals, designed to keep your fish in the best of health. It stimulates and supports the natural immune defences and it speeds up a full recovery from illness. It can also be used in marine aquariums.

eSHa 2000 can be used in conjunction with:

• EXIT: gives a very broad range of treatment! EXIT treats all ‘spot’ (Ich) causing parasitic species and ‘velvet’ disease. There is no need to halve the dosage when using eSHa 2000 and EXIT together.
• eSHa gdex: it is a highly synergetic combination, just like eSHa 2000 and EXIT. eSHa gdex works against skin and gill flukes and tapeworms. There is no need to halve the dosage when using eSHa 2000 and eSHa gdex together.
• eSHa alx: works against parasitic species of Crustacea. There is no need to halve the dosage when using eSHa 2000 and eSHa alx together.

Never combine eSHa products with products from other brands, unless the manufacturer specifically states that it is safe to do so.