Another Interceptor Question

[Black Mammoth]

I did some searching, but I couldn't find good answers.

I have a 75 gal tank and about 15gal of water in my sump. So lets call the water volume 90gal.

I have 1 tablet of Interceptor for 51-100lb.

What is the proper dosage for my tank? I'm thinking a 1/4 tablet.

I know that I need to remove my shrimp and crabs. Clams, snails, and conchs are OK, right?

How long does the treatment last? How many times do I need to do it (until all the bugs are gone?)? Also, how much water do I need to change after the treatment? I imagine that this stuff doesn't work itself out and putting the crabs back in will kill them. At what point is it safe to return these guys?

Sorry for the newbie quesitons.
Thanks

 

[tangwang]

Have you read this ?



matt

 

[Kent E]

If I remember correctly, one pill will treat 380 gallons. I would treat at least twice and perhaps a third. maybe a week apart.

 

[Freed]

Do a 15-25 gallon water change after 6 hours. You can run carbon as well but is not necessary with at least a 25-30% water change.

 

[Black Mammoth]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7202930#post7202930 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by tangwang
Have you read this ?



matt

No, I haven't. Thanks for the link. Others, thanks for the responses. So it appears that 1/4 tablet is the right dosage. Thanks for the water change info.

 

[Kent E]

By the way, I don't use carbon or do a water change afterward. I do after all three treatments but that might not be neccesary unless you are reintroducing crabs.