QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

ABOUT PEROX-AID™

What is PEROX-AID™?

• pharmaceutical grade Hydrogen Peroxide
• approved in Canada for use on fish eggs.

Why should I use PEROX-AID™ rather than Hydrogen Peroxide?

• the only hydrogen peroxide product that can legally be used for treatment of fish eggs.
• manufactured under GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• no potentially harmful byproducts or contaminants.
• complete safety and efficacy data accepted by the government removes risk of regulatory action on fish treated with an illegal drug.
• byproducts are water and oxygen

What is PEROX-AID™ approved to treat?

• fungi on salmonid eggs.

What package size is PEROX-AID™ available in?

• product packaging is part of drug approval
• drums and pails are available
• veterinarians and pharmacists can repackage

Is PEROX-AID™ hazardous?

• safety data for fish and for humans has been accepted by Health Canada.
• classified as a dangerous good for shipping under Transport of Dangerous Goods regulations.
• handle carefully with proper protective equipment, including protective clothing, gloves, goggles and face mask.
• always follow the label directions

How do I deal with the drum?

• drum pumps, spigots and safety equipment are available from Syndel to suit your needs

Does PEROX-AID™ need a veterinarian’s prescription?

• no prescription is needed to purchase PEROX-AID™ in 208 litre drums or 20 litre pails.

Why is PEROX-AID™ priced differently than Hydrogen Peroxide?

• manufactured to pharmaceutical standards.
• extensive studies were performed to compile data for the drug submission.
• manufactured in GMP plant and shipped to our warehouses in BC and New Brunswick.
• quality control procedures are followed during the manufacturing process and through to your site.