Fish Flucon (Fluconazole 100mg) — 10 Tablets is a targeted antifungal treatment for ornamental and aquarium fish dealing with systemic and external fungal infections. Unlike the antibiotics in our fish antibiotic range, Fish Flucon contains Fluconazole — a triazole antifungal agent specifically designed to eliminate fungal pathogens that antibiotics cannot treat.
Each tablet contains 100mg of pharmaceutical-grade Fluconazole that works by inhibiting lanosterol 14a-demethylase — a critical enzyme fungi need to produce ergosterol, the key building block of fungal cell membranes. Without ergosterol production fungal cells cannot maintain their membrane integrity, halting growth and reproduction and ultimately eliminating the infection. This precise antifungal mechanism means Fish Flucon targets fungal pathogens directly without disrupting the beneficial nitrifying bacteria in your tank's biological filtration — a significant advantage over broad-spectrum antibiotics used off-label for fungal conditions.
The 10-tablet supply provides a complete single treatment course for most tank sizes — a practical starter pack for fish keepers dealing with an active fungal outbreak in freshwater or saltwater ornamental fish. Available at CalVetSupply without a vet prescription for ornamental and aquarium fish use only.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT Fluconazole 100mg per tablet Tablet Count: 10 Tablets per pack
HOW MANY TREATMENTS DOES 10 TABLETS PROVIDE?
Based on 1 tablet per 10 gallons dosing guideline. Always follow product label directions.
WHAT DOES FISH FLUCON TREAT?
Fish Flucon (Fluconazole 100mg) is specifically formulated to treat fungal infections in ornamental freshwater and saltwater fish including:
Important distinction: Fish Flucon treats fungal infections only. For bacterial infections use Fish Mox, Fish Flex, Fish Zithro, or other antibiotics in the CalVetSupply fish antibiotic range.
HOW FISH FLUCON IS DIFFERENT FROM FISH ANTIBIOTICS
Fish keepers often confuse bacterial and fungal infections — but they require completely different treatments:
HOW TO USE FISH FLUCON
Note: Fish Flucon is filter-safe — it does not harm beneficial nitrifying bacteria in your biological filtration system during treatment.
WHEN TO USE FISH FLUCON
Fish Flucon is the right choice when your ornamental fish shows signs of fungal infection:
If your fish shows red streaks, open bacterial ulcers, or dropsy-like symptoms these are likely bacterial — choose a fish antibiotic instead of Fish Flucon.
PRECAUTIONS & SAFETY
FAQ
Q: What is Fish Flucon used for? A: Fish Flucon (Fluconazole 100mg) treats systemic and external fungal infections in ornamental aquarium fish including Ichthyophonus hoferi, cotton mouth disease, fungal fin rot, fungal gill disease, and external fungal growths caused by injury or stress.
Q: How is Fish Flucon different from fish antibiotics? A: Fish Flucon is an antifungal — not an antibiotic. It targets fungal pathogens through ergosterol synthesis inhibition. Fish antibiotics target bacteria through cell wall or protein synthesis disruption. Fish Flucon will not treat bacterial infections and fish antibiotics will not treat fungal infections.
Q: Does Fish Flucon harm beneficial bacteria in my tank? A: No. Fish Flucon is completely filter-safe and does not disrupt the beneficial nitrifying bacteria in your aquarium's biological filtration system — a key advantage over broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Q: How quickly does Fish Flucon work? A: Visible improvement is typically observed within 48–72 hours of starting treatment. Always complete the full 5-day course for complete fungal elimination even if improvement is seen early.
Q: Can Fish Flucon be used in saltwater tanks? A: Yes. Fish Flucon is suitable for both freshwater and saltwater ornamental fish aquariums. Always follow label dosage directions.
Q: Is Fish Flucon safe for live plants? A: Yes. Fish Flucon is generally safe for live aquarium plants at recommended doses. Monitor sensitive plant species closely during treatment.
Q: Can Fish Flucon be used with invertebrates? A: Fish Flucon may affect sensitive invertebrates such as shrimp and snails. Remove invertebrates before dosing when possible or treat infected fish in a separate hospital tank.
Q: Do I need a prescription to buy Fish Flucon? A: No. Fish Flucon is available at CalVetSupply without a vet prescription for ornamental aquarium fish use only.
Q: How long does Fish Flucon treatment take? A: Treat daily for a full 5-day course. Do not stop early even if improvement is visible — incomplete treatment can allow fungal regrowth.
Q: What if no improvement is seen after 5 days? A: Discontinue use and consult an aquatic veterinarian. Persistent symptoms may indicate a bacterial rather than fungal infection — in which case a fish antibiotic such as Fish Mox or Fish Zithro would be the appropriate treatment.
