Bryopsis Cure: My Battle With Bryopsis Using Fluconazole

[NCreefguy]

Just look at this, i cant even wipe the smerk off my face.

Yeah we stand in front of the the tank smiling at it too. Wife just came in today and said,"It's almost gone!" Yep won't be much longer.

 

[stevo01]

The most effected areas are where the flow is the highest. Makes sense I suppose

 

[GoFish]

That's awesome Steve! When did you dose? Looks like a big infestation...
It's an exciting time to be in the hobby and feeling thankful I didn't shut my tank down due to this unsightly crap.

 

[NCreefguy]

I apologize if this has been asked and answered already, but I don't have the time to read through the entire thread. Has anyone used fluconazole in a tank with coral banded shrimp or bubble tip anemones? I would like to give fluconazole a try to get rid of my bryposis infestation but don't want to harm either of these two animals.

Thanks,

Bruce

I think @MartyF has some anemones in his tank but I'm not sure. Let him chime in and see if he does.

 

[MartyF]

I think @MartyF has some anemones in his tank but I'm not sure. Let him chime in and see if he does.

Yes, I 2 red btas and they are just fine.

 

[MartyF]

First pic day 1, second pic taken just now day 5.

 

[stevo01]

That's awesome Steve! When did you dose? Looks like a big infestation...
It's an exciting time to be in the hobby and feeling thankful I didn't shut my tank down due to this unsightly crap.

Monday after work. This couldn't have come at a better time for me. So ready to move out of this system!

 

[NCreefguy]

First pic day 1, second pic taken just now day 5.

Ohhh the Bryopsis is dying off quickly!!

 

[KenO]

So now we are at day 8 of the treatment and all but the last few stubborn stalks are gone. As best I can tell there is only one remaining green stalk but it's definitely turning white as well. So while I was hoping today would be the day that I would find a clean frag plug,it appears that it may be another day(possibly two). Either way,I'm happy with it!

Day 8 of treatment...

Just to make sure I understand this correctly, you did just one dose 8 days ago.

 

[stevo01]

Patiently waiting for clean corals.

 

[ksanfranfan]

I apologize if this has been asked and answered already, but I don't have the time to read through the entire thread. Has anyone used fluconazole in a tank with coral banded shrimp or bubble tip anemones? I would like to give fluconazole a try to get rid of my bryposis infestation but don't want to harm either of these two animals.

Thanks,

Bruce

I have 3 different types of shrimp in my 70g. Just dosed today but so far none of them have been affected by fluconazole. One of the shrimp is a coral banded. So far everything in my tanks are just fine.

 

[NCreefguy]

Just to make sure I understand this correctly, you did just one dose 8 days ago.

This is correct. I dosed just 1 dose 8 days ago and just sat back and watched the Bryopsis fade away.

 

[NCreefguy]

The only reason I call it day 12345678 of treatment each day is because I haven't done any water changes and I haven't started my carbon reactor back up yet.

 

[bblumberg]

I have 3 different types of shrimp in my 70g. Just dosed today but so far none of them have been affected by fluconazole. One of the shrimp is a coral banded. So far everything in my tanks are just fine.

Great! thanks for letting me know. I didn't want to have to try and catch the shrimp unless it was necessary.

Bruce

 

[bblumberg]

Yes, I 2 red btas and they are just fine.

Thanks for your quick response. I look forward to getting rid of my bryopsis.

Bruce

 

[NCreefguy]

Patiently waiting for clean corals.

Seeing nice new sand and rocks always makes me want to start over again lol.

 

[samparker]

It seems to be a prescription medication only in Australia.... Sigh, now to convince my GP I need bulk thrush medication

 

[KenO]

It seems to be a prescription medication only in Australia.... Sigh, now to convince my GP I need bulk thrush medication

Do you have a local Vet? I would think a Vet would be more willing if you indicate it's for your fish. My previous Vet had fish and ordered me fish meds without an issue.

 

[MartyF]

Thanks for your quick response. I look forward to getting rid of my bryopsis.

Bruce

No problem, I think you will be incredibly happy with the results

 

[DominoFx]

I just start last night.