About FritzGuard®
FritzGuard® is a safe and effective pH-buffered water conditioner that neutralizes toxic chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals found in tap water. FritzGuard® promotes healing and reduces fish stress with aloe vera and vitamin E and provides necessary electrolytes. Naturally secreted by mucous glands, the slime coat is a natural defense system that protects fish from disease, aids in osmoregulation and reduces stress caused by sudden changes in the environment. FritzGuard® provides a replacement slime coat to aid fish that have lost theirs or have been injured due to stress, poor water conditions and handling. FritzGuard® enhances biofiltration by producing a slime coat over the filter media, aiding in the attachment of beneficial bacteria, like those in FritzZyme® biological products.
Directions & Dosage
Use 5 mL (1 tsp) per 10 U.S. gallons (38 L). For areas with very high chlorine levels, dosage can be safely increased or repeated up to 5x.
- For best results, add FritzGuard to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
- For marine aquariums, turn off protein skimmer for 6 hours after adding FritzGuard to reduce foaming.
- No other equipment restrictions necessary
- No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
- Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
- Overdosed? It’s safe to increase dosage up to five times. Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
- Test with a chlorine test kit
Sizes
Size | Treats | Item Number |
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4 oz / 118 mL | 240 gal / 908 L | 80255 |
16 oz / 473 mL | 960 gal / 3634 L | 80256 |
1 gal / 3.8 L | 7,680 gal / 29,072 L | 80257 |
5 gal Bucket / 19 L | 38,400 gal / 145,360 L | 80258 |
8 oz / 237 mL | 480 gal / 1817 L | 80259 |
5 gal Cube / 19 L | 38,400 gal / 145,360 L | 80261 |
FAQs
FAQs
See below for frequently asked questions regarding FritzGuard®.
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Can FritzGuard be overdosed?
The dosage of FritzGuard can safely be increased by up to 5x the recommended amount.
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Do I treat before or after I add water to tank?
Water should be treated before being added to the aquarium.
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Will FritzGuard over-activate protein skimmers?
Yes, the polymers in FritzGuard will over activate protein skimmers, skimmers should be turned off for 24 hours after introduction.
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How long do I need to wait after treating water to add to tank?
Treated water can be added to the aquarium immediately after mixing with FritzGuard.
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Fritz Guard Best Practices
- For best results, add FritzGuard to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
- For marine aquariums, turn off protein skimmer for 6 hours after adding FritzGuard to reduce foaming.
- No other equipment restrictions necessary
- No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
- Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
- Overdosed? It’s safe to increase dosage up to five times. Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
- Test with a chlorine test kit
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Is this product safe for Axolotls?
FritzGuard - NOT SAFE, contains aloe which can coat the gills of the axolotl
Fritz ACCR - SAFE, does not contain aloe
Fritz Complete - SAFE, does not contain aloe
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Can I use this with Aquarium Solutions Ich-X?
Aquarium Solutions Ich-X contraindicates sulfinate- and sulfoxylate-based water conditioners with their product. Which Fritz water conditioners are safe?
Fritz Guard - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
Fritz ACCR - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfinate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Complete - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfoxylate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Concentratred Chlorine Remover - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
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Resources
Resources |
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FritzGuard® SDS |
FritzGuard® Info Sheet |