Does MelaFix kill beneficial bacteria?

Hello all,

I have taken a hiatus of sorts from this site (fish are still alive and kicking...err, swimming), but I had a quick question. I noticed my male Betta has a little bit of a torn/discolored dorsal fin and was thinking a couple of doses of MelaFix could help this.

You might think this is an odd question, but I wanted to ask before seriously messing up my cycle. Does anyone happen to know if tea tree oil will kill BB? I want to help my betta's fin heal, but if something like Stress Coat would be better, then I'll use that.

 

No it doesn't but Melafis isn't good for Bettas I believe as it can affect their labyrinth organ, hopefully someone with more betta knowledge can chime in on that.

 

I don't think you need to use Melafix or Stress Coat. Frequent, large water changes should help, and if it doesn't, you'll need something strong than Melafix or Stress Coat anyway.

I think Melafix is bad for labyrinth fish too.

 

Thank you for your feedback! I will just dose the tank with Stress Coat then. I have also been regularly changing the water (it's a 5.5 gallon), so I will keep it up.

 

No need for Stress Coat either, but if it makes you feel better, go for it! Hope he recovers soon!