Hi guys just a quick question is it safe to use melafix on betta's and paradise fish?
Only reason i ask as i was chatting to someone today and they told me that it can damage there labarinth organ.
Thanks lisa

This is so far purely anecdotal and there is no scientific evidence for any such effect.

Anna Robinson, from Mars Fishcare, posted this in response to a previous question about this:

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I have personally used Melafix to treat Honey Gouramis who are also labyrinth fish in the past and had no issues, but if you're worried you could use a different treatment. If you're looking for a good anti-bacterial which is very safe, try eSHa 2000, but that said, Melafix ought to be fine.

Thanks for clearing that up fishlady good to know these things just in case.
I always keep a bottle of myxazin, esha exit and 2000 in my fishy first aid kit just in case as you never know what they may throw at you so best to be prepared

Likewise - I think I keep more fishy first aid items in the house than human ones

As FL said, this is just a fish keeping myth that keeps doing the rounds

Seems someone lost an ill Betta after treatment and blamed the treatment, when actually the fish was simply too far gone to rescue. Seems to have snow balled from there.

I've used Melafix with a Betta and he was fine. As the labyrinth organ takes in air from the surface it is not affected by anything in the water.

Thank you ladies i knew i'd get a right answer on here.
Have to say i do prefer melafix as i love the smell of it. Thanks again Lisa