{"product_id":"prodibio-bioptim-bacteria-booster","title":"Prodibio Bioptim","description":"\u003cp\u003eProdibio Bioptim is a concentrated blend of nutrients and natural elements that feeds and activates the beneficial bacteria in your aquarium while helping to reduce fish stress. Used alongside Prodibio BioDigest, it helps establish and maintain strong biological filtration, keeps water clear and stable, and supports healthy fish in both freshwater and saltwater tanks. It comes in convenient single-use glass vials, available in 6-vial and 30-vial boxes. Explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eaquarium additives and supplements\u003c\/a\u003e to keep your system balanced.\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 Bioptim\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeds beneficial bacteria:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplies the trace nutrients and elements your biofilter bacteria need to colonize and stay active.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces stress:\u003c\/strong\u003e A natural stress reducer that helps fish settle in, especially after water changes or new additions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear, stable water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports the biological balance that keeps water clear and parameters steady.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and salt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works in both marine and freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways fresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed single-dose glass vials keep the contents potent until the moment you open one.\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\u003eUse 1 vial per 100 to 200 liters (about 26 to 52 gallons) of aquarium water, typically every 15 days. One 6-vial box treats up to 1,200 liters over its life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, dose it together with Prodibio BioDigest, which supplies the bacteria that Bioptim feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap the vial and pour it into the sump or a high-flow area of the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways follow the directions printed on the package for your specific system.\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;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:4px 0 8px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eProdibio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBioptim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBacterial nutrient and natural stress reducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e6-vial or 30-vial box (single-use 1 mL vials)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e1 vial per 100 to 200 L (about 26 to 52 gal), every 15 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eProdibio BioDigest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFrance\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\/products\/brightwell-aquatics-microbacter-start-xlm-250ml\"\u003eBrightwell MicroBacter Start XLM\u003c\/a\u003e live nitrifying bacteria to seed the biofilter Bioptim feeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-reef-booster-coral-supplement\"\u003eProdibio Reef Booster\u003c\/a\u003e to feed corals and filter feeders in a reef tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-prime-complete-concentrated-water-conditioner\"\u003eSeachem Prime Complete\u003c\/a\u003e water conditioner for fresh or saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/additives-supplements\"\u003eadditives and supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\n\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\u003eWhat does Bioptim actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt feeds and activates the beneficial bacteria that run your biological filter, and it acts as a natural stress reducer for fish. The result is clearer, more stable water and a calmer tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to use it with BioDigest?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey work best together. BioDigest supplies the bacteria and Bioptim supplies the nutrients those bacteria need, so the pair keeps your biofilter strong. Bioptim can also support an already-cycled tank on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in a freshwater tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Bioptim works in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I dose it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout once every 15 days, using 1 vial per 100 to 200 liters. Always follow the directions on the package.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Red Sea","offers":[{"title":"6 Vials","offer_id":48853592899803,"sku":"R29003","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Vials","offer_id":48853592965339,"sku":"R29004","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_f7a2717d-c9eb-45d2-bf03-ea42b8f451df.png?v=1780948545","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/prodibio-bioptim-bacteria-booster","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}