Product Code 14808 

is exclusively distributed by Syndel International Inc. for aquaculture

Aquacalm is used for anesthesia or sedation of fish for tagging, weight sampling, spawning, transportation, experimentation, photography in aquaria and surgery. Aquacalm is also used for sedation of fish, often during transport, to reduce stress levels. Consult your veterinarian or health care professional. is used for anesthesia or sedation of fish for tagging, weight sampling, spawning, transportation, experimentation, photography in aquaria and surgery.

• Dose for anesthesia: 5 - 10 ppm
• Dose for sedation: 0.1 - 1 ppm

• Sedated fish may lose their ability to maintain upright position or position in a stream flow. Anesthetized fish will completely lose equilibrium. Fish undergoing anesthesia may exhibit some transient muscle spasms.
• Always test with a small group of fish first. Fish under sedation with low levels of Aquacalm may not exhibit any behavioral changes from normal activity. The tranquilizing effect of Aquacalm will be more apparent when the fish are disturbed (eg. During capture or handling)

• Aquacalm is available in 1 gram, 5 gram, 10 gram and 50 gram plastic bottles.

• Aquacalm is the trade name for Metomidate hydrochloride

• Aquacalm powder is very stable when kept cool and dry in a tightly closed container. Aquacalm may be stored for extended periods at room temperature (20-30°C), if kept dry and away from direct sunlight. Stock solutions made with distilled water and kept cool and out of direct sunlight may retain full potency for about four weeks.

• The effect of Aquacalm may vary between species in a group, physical condition of fish and water conditions.
• A water pH of approximately 7 is most desirable. When handling Aquacalm powder, protect the eyes from contact. Do not inhale the powder. If ingested, contact a physician immediately.
• Do not extend anesthesia beyond 60 minutes, or sedation beyond 8 hours. Place fish in well oxygenated, high quality water, free of Aquacalm to reverse sedation or anesthesia. Fish should return to normal in 20 to 90 minutes.
• Not for use in fish intended for human consumption.

Note: This product is not available in USA and availability in other locales may also be subject to approvals or registration with local regulatory agencies.