--- product_id: 49157252 title: "API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle" brand: "api" price: "27750CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Api" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/49157252-api-melafix-freshwater-fish-bacterial-infection-remedy-8-ounce-bottle store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Tea tree extract for gentle healing Safe for plants & biofilters 237 ml natural antibacterial formula API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle **Brand:** api **Price:** 27750CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌊 Keep your aquarium thriving with nature’s antibacterial boost! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle by api - **How much does it cost?** 27750CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/49157252-api-melafix-freshwater-fish-bacterial-infection-remedy-8-ounce-bottle) ## Best For - api enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted api brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Multi-Purpose Use:** Effective for treating fin rot, ulcers, and abrasions, plus preventive care for newly introduced fish to reduce disease outbreaks. - • **Easy & Precise Dosing:** Clear instructions and easy-to-measure bottle ensure hassle-free treatment cycles lasting multiple rounds. - • **Natural Healing Power:** Harnesses botanical tea tree extract to rapidly treat bacterial infections and promote fin and wound repair. - • **Eco-Conscious Packaging:** Competitively priced with minimal, recyclable packaging—ideal for the mindful aquarist. - • **Aquarium-Friendly Formula:** Gentle on freshwater fish, plants, and biofilters—perfect for sensitive or planted tanks without harmful chemicals. ## Overview API Aquarium Antibacterial Remedy is a 237 ml liquid treatment formulated with natural tea tree extract to heal bacterial infections, fin rot, ulcers, and open wounds in freshwater fish. Safe for plants and biofilters, it supports both treatment and preventive care, making it a trusted choice for maintaining healthy, vibrant aquariums. ## Description API Aquarium Antibacterial Remedy, Blue, 237 ml (Pack of 1) : desertcart.co.uk: Pet Supplies Review: Gentle, effective, and easy-dose—solid remedy for fin rot, wounds, and tank recovery. - This bottle’s made to handle mild bacterial issues—natural tea tree extract that treats fin rot, ulcers, and open wounds without hammering your biofilter. Geared toward freshwater setups with sensitive fish or planted tanks. Doses clean, smells herbal, and doesn’t cloud the water. Works well in recovery setups—post-transport stress, minor injuries, or when fish start showing signs of wear. Ideal for van stash, pet kits, or home aquariums where you want low-impact treatment. Bottle’s easy to measure, and the 473ml size lasts through multiple rounds. Best used with good aeration—MELAFIX can reduce oxygen slightly, so keep your pump or air stone running. 👍 Pros ✅ Natural formula—tea tree based, gentle on fish ✅ Treats fin rot, wounds, ulcers, and abrasions ✅ Safe for plants and filters—no harsh chemicals ✅ Easy dosing—clear instructions on label ✅ Large bottle—covers multiple treatments 👎 Cons ❌ Mild strength—won’t fix severe infections ❌ Herbal scent—noticeable during dosing ❌ Needs aeration—can lower oxygen levels Review: From lifeless to spring chicken - read my review and view images - Our fish was showing signs of septicaemia with blood spots, scales peeling away, very lethargic, not eating and fins that looked damaged beyond repair, so after a full tank change with 24 hour settled water, all plants removed to prevent further damage from brushing past, I followed a set routine of daily treatment using this treatment, within 2 days she became more active, and obvious signs of repair were visible, blood spots were disappearing and her fins were slowly starting to move more freely. It’s been 10 days and apart from the damaged scales on her side that are still healing, she’s back to herself, swimming, begging for food every time she sees anyone, safe to say my son is super happy that he’s not got to say goodbye to pepper just yet. Can’t recommend this product enough, well worth the money, the size was plenty for what I needed, but I’ll just continue to use it bi daily for the next few weeks to ensure that it is fully treated and doesn’t come back. And because she’s eating again equivalent to a St Bernard ( if we let her ) there’s less debris in the tank so the tank has stayed clearer. Also I’ve just noted that pre treatment her back was arched and looked so poorly, today she’s back straight, able to buoyant herself easily. I have attached pictures from day 1 to day 10 to show the difference. Absolutely superb result. ## Features - Contains one (1) API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 237 ml Bottle - Heals bacterial infections and repairs damaged fins, ulcers and open wounds - Contains natural, botanical tea tree extract to quickly and rapidly help fish - Helps treat newly-introduced fish to reduce risk of disease outbreak in freshwater aquariums - Use daily for a week when treating infections and for 3 days as a preventive when adding new fish ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002567SW | | Allergen Information | Apple Free | | Best Sellers Rank | 1,007 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 3 in Health Supplies for Fish & Aquatic Pets | | Brand | API | | Brand Name | API | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 11,224 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00317163080115 | | Item Form | Liquid | | Item Type Name | Aquarium Antibacterial Remedy | | Item Weight | 283.49 Grams | | Item form | Liquid | | Item weight | 283.49 Grams | | Liquid Volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Liquid volume | 8 Fluid Ounces | | Manufacturer | API | | Manufacturer Part Number | 11H | | Model Number | 11H | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 317163080115 317163480113 | | Unit Count | 237.0 millilitre | | Unit count | 237.0 millilitre | ## Product Details - **Brand:** API - **Item form:** Liquid - **Item weight:** 283.49 Grams - **Liquid volume:** 8 Fluid Ounces - **Number of Packs:** 1 ## Images ![API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aqAGslwPL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: could you use this when quarantining fish?** A: API suggests to use Melafix AND Pimafix together for Flukes and Parasitic Worms OR use General Cure for 7 days - what ever you treat with also add heat to 85-86 degrees to kill ICH along with Flukes and Parasites. That covers them all :) That’s what I do BUT YOU MUST add a few air stones because heat and meds take up a lot of oxygen. The air stones will keep the oxygen in and circulate the water. use a few Gallons in a container or tank and change the full water everyday to match the temp, redose just the right amount for the same water you change. Changing the full water daily gets rid of dead parasites, bacteria and fungus. I have used both ways but like General Cure and heat for QT better. If after General Cure treatment and the fish still have some sort of fungus or bacteria skin problem.... then QT 7days again with just Melafix and Pimafix so they can heal completely before putting them in display tank. Also when ready to move the QT fish(s) to Display tank... raise the heat in your display tank to 85-86 for a week just to be safe ALL fish in the tank are clear of ICK so no one will have an outbreak from stress while the new fish is adjusting. This works 100% of the time for me and everyone stays healthily while adjusting. **Q: Why the bootle of 8oz said melaleuca 1% and when i select the bootle of 16oz said pimenta ..why??** A: pimenta is stronger. they probably assume you have a big tank and big fish, but it works well with smaller fish **Q: How does this affect the chemistry of the water? Does it increase Nitirite? Thank you.** A: It shouldn't affect your water chemistry at all. **Q: can i use this with ich-x????** A: No, it will kill your fish. Don't use this product at all. It is basically melaluca oil and it will clog your fish's gills and they suffocate to a slow death. This should not be sold as a fish remedy, but as a fish euthanizer. API should be ashamed of themselves. My poor goldfish. :( ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gentle, effective, and easy-dose—solid remedy for fin rot, wounds, and tank recovery. *by G***E on 20 September 2025* This bottle’s made to handle mild bacterial issues—natural tea tree extract that treats fin rot, ulcers, and open wounds without hammering your biofilter. Geared toward freshwater setups with sensitive fish or planted tanks. Doses clean, smells herbal, and doesn’t cloud the water. Works well in recovery setups—post-transport stress, minor injuries, or when fish start showing signs of wear. Ideal for van stash, pet kits, or home aquariums where you want low-impact treatment. Bottle’s easy to measure, and the 473ml size lasts through multiple rounds. Best used with good aeration—MELAFIX can reduce oxygen slightly, so keep your pump or air stone running. 👍 Pros ✅ Natural formula—tea tree based, gentle on fish ✅ Treats fin rot, wounds, ulcers, and abrasions ✅ Safe for plants and filters—no harsh chemicals ✅ Easy dosing—clear instructions on label ✅ Large bottle—covers multiple treatments 👎 Cons ❌ Mild strength—won’t fix severe infections ❌ Herbal scent—noticeable during dosing ❌ Needs aeration—can lower oxygen levels ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From lifeless to spring chicken - read my review and view images *by N***E on 12 February 2026* Our fish was showing signs of septicaemia with blood spots, scales peeling away, very lethargic, not eating and fins that looked damaged beyond repair, so after a full tank change with 24 hour settled water, all plants removed to prevent further damage from brushing past, I followed a set routine of daily treatment using this treatment, within 2 days she became more active, and obvious signs of repair were visible, blood spots were disappearing and her fins were slowly starting to move more freely. It’s been 10 days and apart from the damaged scales on her side that are still healing, she’s back to herself, swimming, begging for food every time she sees anyone, safe to say my son is super happy that he’s not got to say goodbye to pepper just yet. Can’t recommend this product enough, well worth the money, the size was plenty for what I needed, but I’ll just continue to use it bi daily for the next few weeks to ensure that it is fully treated and doesn’t come back. And because she’s eating again equivalent to a St Bernard ( if we let her ) there’s less debris in the tank so the tank has stayed clearer. Also I’ve just noted that pre treatment her back was arched and looked so poorly, today she’s back straight, able to buoyant herself easily. I have attached pictures from day 1 to day 10 to show the difference. Absolutely superb result. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Aquarium antibacterial remedy *by M***E on 3 November 2025* Bought as we had a problem in the fish tank. Used this as instructed problem cleared up. Good price worked well. ## Frequently Bought Together - API MELAFIX Freshwater Fish Bacterial Infection Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle - API LIQUID SUPER ICK CURE Fish remedy, Freshwater and Saltwater Fish Medication 4 fl oz(Pack of 1), White - API PIMAFIX Antifungal Freshwater and Saltwater Fish Remedy 8-Ounce Bottle (10H) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/49157252-api-melafix-freshwater-fish-bacterial-infection-remedy-8-ounce-bottle](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/49157252-api-melafix-freshwater-fish-bacterial-infection-remedy-8-ounce-bottle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*