How to treat Betta fish internal parasites

[drumbeat]

My betta's been acting weird lately, like he's not eating much and his belly looks swollen. I've heard it could be internal parasites. What's the best way to treat this without messing up my tank?

[tiderift]

Internal parasites are tricky but treatable. First, isolate the fish if possible. Use a medication like API General Cure or PraziPro, following the dosage instructions carefully. Keep the water clean with frequent small water changes, around 20% every other day. Monitor his behavior and appetite closely.

[Astropeaks]

Internal parasites are tricky but treatable. First, isolate the fish if possible. Use a medication like API General Cure or PraziPro, following the dosage instructions carefully. Keep the water clean with frequent small water changes, around 20% every other day. Monitor his behavior and appetite closely.

Adding to this, make sure the tank temp is stable at 78-80°F. Parasites thrive in stress conditions, so a stable environment helps the meds work better.

[Fan3]

I've had success with PraziPro too. It's gentle on the fish but effective. How often do you feed yours? Maybe cut back a bit while treating to reduce waste in the tank.

[pides]

Yep, PraziPro's the way to go. Also, try adding some aquarium salt, like 1 tsp per gallon, but only if your fish isn't super sensitive. It's helped mine bounce back faster. Just don't overdo it, ya know?

[sundrift]

Yep, PraziPro's the way to go. Also, try adding some aquarium salt, like 1 tsp per gallon, but only if your fish isn't super sensitive. It's helped mine bounce back faster. Just don't overdo it, ya know?

Be cautious with salt if you have live plants or invertebrates. They might not handle it well. Also, ensure you're using dechlorinated water for changes, as chlorine can mess with the meds.

[drumbeat]

Thanks for the advice, everyone. I'll try PraziPro and keep up with water changes. Fingers crossed!

[darkstone]

Good luck! Let us know how it goes. Sometimes it takes a week or two to see improvement.

[alixia]

I've never dealt with parasites before. This thread's super helpful. What are the first signs to look for?

[odorchid]

If they're not eating, bloated, or have stringy poop, it's a red flag. Mine had white poop once, and that's when I knew something was up.