{"product_id":"aquarium-sulfa-smz-tmp-960mg-100-tablets","title":"Aquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP 960mg – 100 Fish Antibiotic Tablets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP 960mg – Powerful Combination Fish Antibiotic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP 960mg\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful dual-ingredient antibiotic formulated for ornamental aquarium fish. Each bottle contains \u003cstrong\u003e100 tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e, with every tablet providing a combined strength of \u003cstrong\u003e960mg\u003c\/strong\u003e: 800mg of sulfamethoxazole and 160mg of trimethoprim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso searched as \u003cstrong\u003eFish Sulfa Forte, SMZ-TMP, SMX-TMP, TMP-SMZ\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim\u003c\/strong\u003e, this combination attacks susceptible bacteria through two complementary mechanisms. Its sequential antibacterial action makes it a valuable option for veterinarian-directed management of serious bacterial infections in ornamental fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful Dual-Action Antibacterial Formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim interfere with two consecutive stages of bacterial folate production. Combining these active ingredients produces stronger antibacterial activity than either ingredient used individually against susceptible organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis broad antibacterial coverage makes Aquarium Sulfa a recognized fish medication for external and systemic bacterial disease when the responsible organism is susceptible to sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBacterial Conditions Associated With SMZ-TMP Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn aquatic veterinarian may select sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim for susceptible bacterial infections associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFin and tail deterioration caused by bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColumnaris and bacterial mouth infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUlcers, sores and infected skin lesions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen wounds with secondary bacterial infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacterial gill disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePopeye associated with bacterial infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCloudy eyes caused by susceptible bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRed streaks, hemorrhaging and inflammation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSystemic bacterial infections and septicemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInternal bacterial infections affecting ornamental fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulfamethoxazole strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800mg per tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrimethoprim strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160mg per tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal combined strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 960mg per tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedication class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sulfonamide combination antibiotic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornamental aquarium fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Aquarium Treatment Practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdentify the likely cause of disease before beginning treatment. Bacterial infections, fungal conditions, parasites and poor water quality can produce similar symptoms but require different treatment strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhenever possible, isolate affected fish in a clean, properly aerated hospital or quarantine tank. A separate treatment environment makes it easier to observe sick fish, monitor their response and limit unnecessary antibiotic exposure for healthy aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTest ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, temperature and dissolved oxygen before and throughout treatment. Antibiotics may affect biological filtration, while activated carbon, UV sterilization and other chemical filtration systems may remove or deactivate certain medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse Aquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP 960mg only according to the verified product label or the instructions of a licensed aquatic veterinarian.\u003c\/strong\u003e Treatment requirements depend on the fish species, diagnosis, aquarium volume, water conditions and administration method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor ornamental aquarium fish only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for human consumption or human medical use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for use in fish intended for human consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use in animals with a known sulfonamide sensitivity unless professionally directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not combine with other medications unless directed by a veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and other animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore according to the instructions printed on the original label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReview all ingredients, warnings and directions before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e One bottle containing 100 Aquarium Sulfa SMZ-TMP 960mg tablets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FIXMOX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57343431115017,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/0874\/4457\/files\/Sulfa960100.png?v=1789740625","url":"https:\/\/fixmox.com\/products\/aquarium-sulfa-smz-tmp-960mg-100-tablets","provider":"MOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}