{"product_id":"fish-fungus-ketoconazole","title":"Fish Fungus - Ketoconazole","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBroad-spectrum imidazole antifungal — especially effective for external skin and surface fungal infections in ornamental fish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(204, 204, 204);\"\u003eAntifungal — not an antibiotic. Ketoconazole targets fungal organisms, not bacteria. Signs of fungal disease include white or gray patches, fuzzy growths on the skin or fins, scaling, or discoloration around wounds. For bacterial infections, browse our fish antibiotic collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose Ketoconazole? Ketoconazole belongs to the imidazole antifungal class and is known for its particularly strong activity against external, skin-surface, and dermal fungal infections. While both ketoconazole and fluconazole treat fungal disease, ketoconazole has broader activity against a wider range of fungal species including dermatophytes and Candida. It is the preferred choice when fungal lesions are visible on the skin, scales, or body surface — as opposed to internal or systemic infections. Also commonly known as Nizoral.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout This Product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKetoconazole is a broad-spectrum imidazole antifungal medication effective against a wide range of fungal organisms affecting ornamental fish. Like fluconazole, it works by inhibiting ergosterol biosynthesis in fungal cell membranes — but ketoconazole acts on a broader range of fungal enzymes, giving it stronger activity against external, dermal, and surface-level fungal infections including dermatophytes, Candida species, and other skin-dwelling fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tablet contains USP-grade Ketoconazole 200mg in a 30-tablet count. Ketoconazole is the go-to choice when fungal disease is visible on the skin, scales, or body surface of the fish — making it the preferred antifungal for external presentations. It is effective in both freshwater and saltwater tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso commonly searched as: fish ketoconazole, ketoconazole for fish, fish external fungal treatment, nizoral fish antifungal, fish fungus ketoconazole, imidazole fish antifungal, aquarium ketoconazole.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommonly Treats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal skin \u0026amp; scale fungal infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite or gray patches on skin\/scales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDermatophyte fungal infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandida species infections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFungal lesions around wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScaling \u0026amp; skin discoloration (fungal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface-level fuzzy or velvety growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFungal infections unresponsive to other treatments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine your dose: Use one 200mg tablet per 50 gallons of aquarium water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the tablet in a small amount of aquarium water before adding to the tank. Stir until fully dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd directly to your aquarium, pond, or hospital\/quarantine tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat every 24 hours for 5–10 days. Do not exceed 10 days of continuous treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a 25% water change each day before re-dosing to maintain water quality and reduce medication buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 215.532px;\" class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eKetoconazole USP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAvailable Strengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e200mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAvailable Counts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e30 Tablets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eTablet (dissolve before use)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAntifungal Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eImidazole\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eTarget\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eFungal organisms — external, dermal \u0026amp; broad-spectrum (not antibacterial)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTank Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; saltwater ornamental fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePrescription Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eUSP Pharmaceutical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46.3944%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eExpiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.2446%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTypically 1–3 years from manufacture date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warning-title\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warning-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eImportant Warnings \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"warning-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor ornamental fish use only. Not intended for use in fish raised for human consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for human consumption. Do not ingest. This product is sold for aquarium fish treatment only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed 10 days of continuous treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove activated carbon from your filter before treatment — carbon will absorb the medication and render treatment ineffective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot effective against bacterial infections. Ketoconazole targets fungal organisms only. If a bacterial infection is also present, a separate antibiotic treatment may be required alongside antifungal therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLabel \u0026amp; Usage Disclaimer:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease read and follow all label directions before use. Product descriptions and usage instructions shown here are taken directly from the manufacturer’s product label and information provided by Montana Aquarium Supply. These statements do not represent the views or recommendations of Pittsboro Pet Supply or Pittsboro Feed. Made in the USA. 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