Description:
Blue Planet Algae Cure is a specialised treatment designed to help control and prevent unwanted algae growth in freshwater aquariums. Excess nutrients from fish food, fish waste, and strong lighting can encourage algae to spread rapidly, leading to cloudy water, clogged filtration, and an unbalanced aquarium environment.
Formulated with Simazine, this treatment works to target common nuisance algae such as beard algae, string algae, and blanket algae. When used at the recommended dosage, Algae Cure helps restore clarity and maintain a cleaner, healthier aquarium while remaining suitable for freshwater fish and plants.
Regular aquarium maintenance, including partial water changes and managing light levels, can further assist in reducing algae growth and improving overall water quality. When combined with good aquarium management practices, Blue Planet Algae Cure can help bring your tank back to a clear and balanced condition.
⚠️ When used at the recommended dosage, this treatment is safe for aquatic plants. Overdosing may affect plant health. If overdose occurs, move sensitive plants to a separate tank or perform an immediate partial water change to dilute the treatment.
Suitable for freshwater aquariums ONLY.
Product Features:
- Designed to help control and prevent algae growth
- Suitable for freshwater aquariums and ponds
- Targets common nuisance algae including beard, string, and blanket algae
- Helps improve water clarity and restore aquarium balance
- Liquid treatment for easy and accurate dosing
- Use alongside good aquarium management practices
Assists in managing:
- Beard algae
- String or hair algae
- Blanket algae
- General algae growth in freshwater aquariums
Directions for use:
- Shake bottle well before use
- Add medication to an area of flowing water for even distribution
- Ensure aquarium water remains well aerated during treatment
- Maintain normal filtration during use
- Frequent partial water changes and reduced lighting may help limit algae growth
Dosage:
Standard Dose:
- Use 0.25 mL (5 drops) per 1 litre of aquarium water
- Alternatively dose 5 mL per 20 litres of aquarium water
Repeat treatment after 14 days if required
DO NOT OVERDOSE
Active Ingredients:
- 3 g/L Simazine
Tank Volume Calculation:
Length × Width × Water Height (cm) ÷ 1,000 = Litres
Important: Deter cats and other pets from drinking treated aquarium or pond water.
NOT TO BE USED ON FISH INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Items Included:
- 1x Blue Planet Algae Cure 500ml
Blue Planet – Algae Cure 500ml
Blue Planet – Algae Cure 500ml
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Why Shop With Us — Our Guarantee & Shipping Info
Why Shop With Us — Our Guarantee & Shipping Info
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Tips Before You Buy — Product Guidance
Tips Before You Buy — Product Guidance
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Dosage Calculator
Tank Volume: Length × Width × Water Height (cm) ÷ 1,000 = Litres
⚠️ Some medications require a reduced dose for scaleless fish such as Corydoras, loaches, and eels. Always check the product label for scaleless fish dosing instructions before treating.
Algae outbreaks are almost always driven by an imbalance of light, nutrients, and plant competition. Keeping your aquarium out of direct sunlight, limiting your lighting to 6 to 8 hours per day, and not overfeeding are the three most effective steps you can take. If your light doesn't include a built-in timer, a simple plug-in timer from most hardware stores will automate your light schedule hands-free. Adding more live plants also helps significantly, as healthy plants compete directly with algae for nutrients and light. Check that any plants you choose are compatible with the fish you keep before adding them.
