RE: intercepter

[Randy1]

When you guys are talking about using an intercepter for red bugs are we talking about the heart worm pill for dogs??? confused.

[jeffbrig]

yep, it just so happens that the active ingredient is also effective against red bugs.

[Randy1]

Can this be bought over-the-counter? I belive I've seen it in the stores.

[fishyvet]

You need a prescription from a veterinarian to obtain the pill which brings up a problem because a vet cannot legally prescribe the medication without seeing the coral and verifying the diagnosis of red bugs themselves (and a picture is not sufficient). I've read posts that some people have been able to purchase the med online but I have no personal experience with this.

[TRyanJD]

Are any commercial coral dips effective against red bugs??

Something like Warner Marine Coral Dip, Seachem Reef Dip or the Kent RX-P????

TR

[jeffbrig]

Originally posted by fishyvet
You need a prescription from a veterinarian to obtain the pill which brings up a problem because a vet cannot legally prescribe the medication without seeing the coral and verifying the diagnosis of red bugs themselves (and a picture is not sufficient).

Actually, the usage for red bugs is technically off-label, so it wouldn't matter if the vet saw your coral or not, it's still not a usage he can prescribe it for. Still, a good vet (if you have one that sees your furry pets) should give you a wink and hand it over - that's what mine does.

[Pyrrhus]

Interceptor is approved for off-label usage.

[willis]

When I treated for red bugs 1.5 years ago, I sent my vet a pic of my tank and described exactly what I needed and what was going on. The prescription was not a problem after that.