{"product_id":"hikari-metro","title":"Hikari Metro+","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHikari® Metro+™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetro+™ is a powdered metronidazole formula developed to treat susceptible disease conditions associated with hole-in-the-head and lateral line erosion in freshwater, marine, and pond fish. It can be used as a bath treatment or incorporated into medicated food. An included slime-coat replacer helps support external recovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains Metronidazole, a Proven Active Ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Works systemically to target susceptible infections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Can be used as a bath or in prepared medicated food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• For freshwater, marine, and pond fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Helps treat susceptible disease conditions associated with hole-in-the-head and lateral line erosion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Includes a slime-coat replacer to support external recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBath Treatment Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore the first dose and each daily retreatment, perform a water change of at least 30%. Treat replacement water with Ultimate® or a combination of Liquid Buffered ClorAm-X® and Stress-X™.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd one capful (approximately 10 g) per 20 gallons (76 L) of actual water volume daily. This produces approximately 5 mg\/L of metronidazole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepeat after 24 hours, performing a water change of at least 30% before each dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue treatment for 5–7 days or until mortalities cease. If no improvement is seen within six days, discontinue treatment and consider another treatment option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep treatments consecutive and uninterrupted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedicated Food Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor susceptible internal infections, Metro+™ can be incorporated into a prepared gelatin-based or dry-food mixture. Follow Hikari’s medicated-feed preparation instructions for the correct recipe. Adding the powder directly to food can create a bitter coating that discourages feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed the prepared medicated food in place of the usual diet at least twice daily. Offer only what fish will completely consume within a few minutes, never more than five minutes. Remove uneaten food after feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue feeding for at least three days after all signs of the disease disappear, then stop. Do not use medicated food as a routine diet when treatment is not needed. Discard prepared medicated food after 10 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo Not Overdose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDose according to actual water volume, allowing for water displaced by substrate, rocks, decorations, and other objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetronidazole (2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole-1-ethanol) and sodium chloride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product contains metronidazole. The manufacturer provides a California Proposition 65 warning concerning cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit P65Warnings.ca.gov.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eCaution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAvoid skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing powder or dust. Use in an area with minimal air movement to prevent the powder from becoming airborne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eIf eye contact occurs, immediately rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. If skin contact occurs, wash with mild soap and plenty of warm water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• For aquarium and pond use only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Not for human medical, veterinary, or food use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hikariusa.com\/img\/sds_sheets\/sds_metro.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDownload the Safety Data Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Zone Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50504997798073,"sku":"0759890","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/8218\/3097\/files\/metro_3.5oz.png?v=1790207493","url":"https:\/\/bluezoneaquarium.com\/products\/hikari-metro","provider":"Blue Zone Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}