{"product_id":"prodibio-biodigest-live-bacteria","title":"Prodibio BioDigest","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .aq-pd{font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#1a1a1a;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.7;}\n  .aq-pd h2{font-size:1.45em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.01em;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:12px;margin:1.6em 0 0.6em;}\n  .aq-pd p{margin:0.5em 0 1em;}\n  .aq-pd ul{margin:0.4em 0 1em;padding-left:1.2em;}\n  .aq-pd li{margin:0.3em 0;}\n  .aq-callout{background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;border-radius:4px;padding:16px 20px;margin:1.4em 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.93em;line-height:1.6;}\n  .aq-callout strong{color:#f5c518;}\n  .aq-features{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:1em 0 1.6em;}\n  .aq-feature-card{background:#f4f4f4;border-radius:4px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:3px solid #1E88E5;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.9em;}\n  .aq-feature-card strong{display:block;margin-bottom:3px;color:#1a1a1a;}\n  .aq-feature-card span{color:#555;}\n  .aq-compare{overflow-x:auto;margin:1em 0 1.6em;}\n  .aq-compare table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.88em;min-width:520px;}\n  .aq-compare th{background:#1E88E5;color:#fff;padding:9px 14px;text-align:center;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.05em;text-transform:uppercase;}\n  .aq-compare th:first-child{background:#1a1a1a;text-align:left;}\n  .aq-compare td{padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #BBDEFB;text-align:center;}\n  .aq-compare td:first-child{text-align:left;font-weight:600;color:#444;background:#fafafa;}\n  .aq-compare tr:nth-child(even) td:not(:first-child){background:#f5faff;}\n  .aq-specs-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-top:1em;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.93em;}\n  .aq-specs-table th{background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;text-align:left;padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.04em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:0.82em;}\n  .aq-specs-table td{padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #BBDEFB;vertical-align:top;}\n  .aq-specs-table tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f5faff;}\n  .aq-specs-table td:first-child{font-weight:600;width:42%;color:#444;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-pd\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eProdibio BioDigest\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated blend of live nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria that runs the entire nitrogen cycle in your aquarium. Many complementary strains work together to break down fish waste, convert ammonia and nitrite, and drive nitrate and phosphate down toward zero in both freshwater and saltwater systems. It is Prodibio's flagship bacteria, equally at home cycling a brand-new tank or keeping an established one clean and stable. Pair it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eadditives and supplements\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eThe whole nitrogen cycle in one ampoule.\u003c\/strong\u003e BioDigest does not just start the cycle, it finishes it: ammonia to nitrite, nitrite to nitrate, and nitrate on toward harmless nitrogen gas, while also lowering phosphate and helping starve nuisance algae. Every dose is sealed in an oxygen-free glass ampoule that keeps the bacteria dormant and fully viable until you add it.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA healthy aquarium depends on a deep, diverse bacteria colony living in your filter, rock, and substrate. \u003cstrong\u003eBioDigest\u003c\/strong\u003e seeds that colony with a wide mix of heterotrophic and autotrophic strains. The first strains begin breaking down organic waste and converting ammonia, while others complete the chain all the way to nitrogen gas, which leaves the water naturally. Because the blend also consumes nitrate and phosphate, regular dosing keeps nutrients low, water clear, and filamentous algae in check. To speed up purification you do not increase the dose, you simply dose more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete nitrogen cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConverts ammonia and nitrite, then reduces nitrate to nitrogen gas.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowers nitrate \u0026amp; phosphate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps keep nutrients down and starve nuisance and filamentous algae.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMany bacteria strains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA broad blend works together for a faster, more stable cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffective in planted, community, and reef aquariums alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew tanks \u0026amp; maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCycle a new setup or keep an established tank clean and clear.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed glass ampoules\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxygen-free vials keep bacteria dormant and potent, no refrigeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEvery pack is the same BioDigest ampoules, just different quantities. Pick based on your tank size and how long you want a supply on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-compare\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e6 Vials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e12 Vials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e30 Vials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmpoules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEach ampoule treats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 250 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 250 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 250 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance doses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne tank, single cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne tank, longer supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge or multiple tanks, best value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR29000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR29001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR29002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProdibio BioDigest live bacteria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcentrated nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria strains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletes the nitrogen cycle, reduces nitrate and phosphate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew-tank cycling and ongoing maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ampoule treats up to 250 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ampoule every 15 days; dose more often to speed results\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed glass ampoules, no refrigeration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProdibio (distributed by Red Sea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSnap open one ampoule and pour it directly into the aquarium, sump, or filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse one ampoule per 250 gallons, every 15 days for maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhen cycling a new tank or fighting high nutrients, dose more often rather than using more per dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor the best results, pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-bioptim-bacteria-booster\"\u003eProdibio Bioptim\u003c\/a\u003e, which feeds and activates the bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOn a brand-new tank, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-start-up-aquarium-cycling-kit\"\u003eProdibio Start Up\u003c\/a\u003e kit adds Stop Ammo ammonia protection on top of BioDigest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhich Size Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Vials\u003c\/strong\u003e suits a single tank that needs a cycle plus a few maintenance doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 Vials\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps one tank dosed for several months without reordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 Vials\u003c\/strong\u003e is the value pack for large systems, fish rooms, and anyone dosing multiple tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-bioptim-bacteria-booster\"\u003eProdibio Bioptim\u003c\/a\u003e to feed and boost your BioDigest bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-stop-ammo-ammonia-neutralizer\"\u003eProdibio Stop Ammo\u003c\/a\u003e for instant ammonia protection during cycling or transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-start-up-aquarium-cycling-kit\"\u003eProdibio Start Up\u003c\/a\u003e, the BioDigest plus Stop Ammo new-tank kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fritz-ammonia-test-strips-freshwater-saltwater\"\u003eFritz Ammonia Test Strips\u003c\/a\u003e to monitor your cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003ewater care\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan BioDigest cycle a brand-new tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It introduces the full range of bacteria a new tank needs. For extra protection from ammonia while the cycle establishes, add Stop Ammo or use the Start Up kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it lower my nitrate and phosphate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The denitrifying strains drive nitrate toward nitrogen gas and the blend also helps reduce phosphate, which keeps algae in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I dose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce every 15 days for maintenance. To speed up purification, dose more frequently rather than increasing the amount per dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the ampoules need refrigeration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Each dose is sealed in an oxygen-free glass ampoule that keeps the bacteria dormant and viable at room temperature until you use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Red Sea","offers":[{"title":"6 Vials","offer_id":48853422309595,"sku":"R29000","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Vials","offer_id":48853422342363,"sku":"R29001","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Vials","offer_id":48853422375131,"sku":"R29002","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/54c1b634-cf96-66bc-41e0-ed01a2416864.png?v=1780946309","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-biodigest-live-bacteria","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}