Animal NDC 17163-176-02 Api Pond Melafix
Melaleuca

Animal Product Information

Field Name Field Value
Animal NDC Code 17163-176-02
Proprietary Name Api Pond Melafix What is the Proprietary Name?
The proprietary name also known as the trade name is the name of the product chosen by the medication labeler for marketing purposes.
Non-Proprietary Name Melaleuca What is the Non-Proprietary Name?
The non-proprietary name is sometimes called the generic name. The generic name usually includes the active ingredient(s) of the product.
Labeler Name Mars Fishcare North America, Inc.
Product Type Otc Animal Drug
Usage Information
    WHY USE MELAFIX?Quickly heals bacterial infections on Koi and goldfishPromotes re-growth of damaged fins and tissueReduces risk of disease spread when introducing new fishMade from a botanical extractMELAFIX uses the antibacterial properties of Tea Tree (Melaleuca) to treat bacterial infections in pond fish, including ulcers, open wounds, and fin and tail rot. Healing and tissue re-growth can often be seen within 4 days of treatment. Will not harm the biological filter. Safe for snails, aquatic plants and other wildlife. MELAFIX is also recommended when adding new fish to a pond to reduce the risk of disease outbreak.
Active Ingredient(s)
  • Cajuput Oil
Marketing Category UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER What is the Marketing Category?
Product types are broken down into several potential Marketing Categories, such as NDA/ANDA/BLA, OTC Monograph, or Unapproved Drug. One and only one Marketing Category may be chosen for a product, not all marketing categories are available to all product types. Currently, only final marketed product categories are included. The complete list of codes and translations can be found at www.fda.gov/edrls under Structured Product Labeling Resources.

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Api Pond Melafix Animal Product Labeling Information

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Description



API MAKES POND CARE EASIER

Helping pond owners maintain clean, clear water and healthy, active fish is good at API. Visit www.apifishcare.com for pond tips and an easy-to-use calculator to estimate the size of your pond for better, easier pond care.


Indications & Usage



WHY USE MELAFIX?

Quickly heals bacterial infections on Koi and goldfish

Promotes re-growth of damaged fins and tissue

Reduces risk of disease spread when introducing new fish

Made from a botanical extract

MELAFIX uses the antibacterial properties of Tea Tree (Melaleuca) to treat bacterial infections in pond fish, including ulcers, open wounds, and fin and tail rot. Healing and tissue re-growth can often be seen within 4 days of treatment. Will not harm the biological filter. Safe for snails, aquatic plants and other wildlife. MELAFIX is also recommended when adding new fish to a pond to reduce the risk of disease outbreak.


Dosage & Administration



DIRECTIONS

Shake well. Remove carbon from pond filter and turn off UV lights and ozone-producing units, if applicable. Use the dosing cap on the bottle. Add 15 ml (1 Tbsp.) for every 150 U.S. gallons (567 L) of pond water or 1/4 cup (60 ml) for every 600 U.S. gallons (2, 270 L) of pond water.

As a preventative when introducing new fish to the pond: Dose daily for 3 days.

To treat infections or heal wounds: Dose daily for 7 days. Double the dose when treating advanced or chronic infection. Repeat treatment, if necessary.

Notes: A slight foaming may occur during the treatment. When exposed to elevated temperatures, this product may turn cloudy in the bottle. This does not affect the activity of the product.


Warnings And Precautions



Keep out of reach of children.

Safe for fish and pond plants, as well as surrounding wildlife and pets, when used as directed. For ornamental pond use only

Warning: this product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.


Otc - Active Ingredient



Contains: Melaleuca 5.0%


Otc - Questions



Questions or Comments?

Call us at 1-800-847-0659 or visit us at www.apifishcare.com.


Package Label.Principal Display Panel



API

POND

MELAFIX

NATURAL

ACTIVE

INGREDIENT

TREATS BACTERIAL

FISH INFECTIONS

Promotes healing of Koi and goldfish

Rapidly repairs damaged fins

Treats fin and tail rot, ulcers and open sores

16 FL OZ (473 ml)

Treats up to 4,800 U.S. Gallons (18,170 L)

Fish Problem

Solving

Guide

US Patent 5,882,647

MADE IN USA

PRODUCT 176B


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