{"product_id":"fritzmardel-bactershield","title":"FritzMardel BacterShield","description":"\u003cp\u003eFritz BacterShield is a herbal, bio-adhesive treatment that repairs and strengthens a fish natural slime coat to shield against bacterial and fungal infections. Natural oils and extracts combine with a patented film-forming matrix to add a protective layer, making it a great preventative after stressful events or for mild cases. It works in both freshwater and saltwater. Explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/medication\"\u003etreatments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal, bio-adhesive formula that repairs and strengthens the slime coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect against fin and tail rot, popeye, body and mouth fungus, and gill disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural actives including chitosan, cinnamon, D-limonene, geranium, pine, and rosemary oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal preventative after netting, shipping, or other stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in both freshwater and saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 4 drops per gallon, or 5 mL (1 tsp) per 25 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay foam in skimmers or airstone tanks; pause the skimmer if foaming is heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 4px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFritz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHerbal bacterial and fungal treatment (slime-coat support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fritzmardel-parashield\"\u003eParaShield\u003c\/a\u003e for parasite protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat active fungus with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fritzmardel-maracyn-oxy\"\u003eMaracyn Oxy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/medication\"\u003emedication\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen do I use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a preventative after stress, or for mild bacterial or fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it foam my skimmer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can. Pause the skimmer during treatment if foaming becomes heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it works in both.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fritz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087312302299,"sku":"43000","price":14.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/BACTERSHIELD_NEW_550x508_1000_1083_s.png?v=1784114414","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fritzmardel-bactershield","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}