{"product_id":"boyd-vitachem-fresh-liquid-vitamin-freshwater","title":"Vitachem Fresh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitachem Fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e is Boyd Enterprises' freshwater-specific multivitamin supplement — a vitamin-rich liquid you add directly to the tank or soak into dry foods to boost immune health, color development, and overall vigor in tropical fish, livebearers, cichlids, axolotls, and freshwater shrimp. The same trusted formula aquarists have used for decades, reformulated for freshwater systems. Stock up alongside our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eadditives \u0026amp; supplements\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003efish foods\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Vitachem Fresh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete freshwater vitamin profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — water-soluble vitamins (B-complex, C) plus fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E) in a balanced liquid that fish actually absorb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo ways to dose\u003c\/strong\u003e — add directly to the aquarium for ambient vitamin uptake through gills and skin, or soak dry foods to enrich what your fish are already eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoosts color and resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports natural color expression, immune function, and stress recovery during quarantine, treatment, or new arrivals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for picky eaters and finicky species\u003c\/strong\u003e — drives appetite in fish that have stopped eating and helps support recovery after illness or shipping stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for plants, shrimp, and snails\u003c\/strong\u003e — no copper, no harsh chemistry; gentle enough for delicate planted and shrimp-keeper systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the label-recommended drops per gallon directly to the aquarium 2–3 times per week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood soaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place a few drops on flake, pellet, or frozen food and let it absorb for 30–60 seconds before feeding — especially useful for quarantine tanks, conditioning breeders, and recovering fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate after opening to preserve vitamin potency. Use within label-recommended timeframe once opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical community fish — tetras, rasboras, livebearers, gouramis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfrican and South American cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxolotls and other amphibians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater shrimp (Neocaridina, Caridina) and snails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuarantine tanks, hospital tanks, and new arrivals recovering from shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#E3F2FD;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4 oz (VCF04)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFirst-time users, smaller systems, single tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e16 oz (VCF16)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMulti-tank fishrooms, breeders, shops, and long-term staple use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBoyd Enterprises\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLiquid multivitamin supplement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4 oz, 16 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eReef-Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eN\/A (freshwater formulation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eRefrigerate after opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eMore additives \u0026amp; supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — round out your freshwater dosing routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/nutrition\"\u003eFish foods\u003c\/a\u003e — flakes and pellets to soak with Vitachem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003eWater care\u003c\/a\u003e — conditioner and biological supplements to pair with vitamin dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/medication\"\u003eMedications\u003c\/a\u003e — keep on hand for quarantine setups where Vitachem helps with recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as the marine Vitachem?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe formula is tuned for freshwater systems. Boyd makes a separate marine Vitachem for saltwater — pick the bottle that matches your tank type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Vitachem in a planted tank or shrimp tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. There's no copper or harsh chemistry, so it's safe for live plants, freshwater shrimp (Neocaridina and Caridina), and snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last refrigerated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the label's \"use by\" date once opened. Refrigeration preserves potency — leaving it out at room temperature shortens shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it cloud my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. At recommended doses Vitachem is invisible in the tank and won't cause cloudiness, foam, or color tint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect dose or food soak — which is better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth work; soaking food gives more concentrated uptake (great for picky eaters and fry), while direct dosing covers ambient vitamin needs across the whole system. Many keepers do a mix of both.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boyd Enterprises","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":48742448890075,"sku":"VCF04","price":12.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 oz","offer_id":48742448922843,"sku":"VCF16","price":36.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_7d7146d6-c22c-4f62-9213-149438e9318e.png?v=1777903839","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/boyd-vitachem-fresh-liquid-vitamin-freshwater","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}