Label: API FURAN-2- nitrofurazone powder

  • NDC Code(s): 17163-070-16
  • Packager: MARS FISHCARE NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Category: OTC ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: unapproved drug other

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  • ACTIVE INGREDIENT

    Active ingredient: 85 mg Nitrofurazone per packet.

  • DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

    Directions for Use:

    For best results, remove filter media and continue aeration

    For each 10 gallons of water, empty one packet directly into aquarium.

    Repeat dose after 24 hours. Wait another 24 hours then change 25% of the aquarium water.

    Repeat this treatment for a second time, for a total of 4 doses.

    Then male a final 25% water change and add fresh filter media.

    Treatment may be repeated, if necessary.

    Note: This medication will cause a slight discoloration of water which can be removed with  API BIO-CHEM ZORB or activated carbon.

    TIP: Antibiotic medication may inhibit the biological filter. Adding API QUICK START, a nitrifying bacteria,is recommended after treatment to boost the biological filter.

    This package treats up to 100 gallons. Four doses required for full course of treatment.


  • INDICATIONS & USAGE

    Diagnostic Chart

    Hemorrhagic Septicemia:

    A bacterial infection of the bloodstream. Fish may show blood streaks on the body and fins, bleeding (red patches) and localized swelling.

    Body Slime and Eye Cloud:

    Eyes develop a white haze and/or protrude from the head. Slimy patches appear on the body. Fish may scratch on objects and exhibit rapid breathing. Infection may cause abnormal osmotic function resulting in fluid accumulation to the eyes and/or body.

    Open Red Sores:

    A bacterial infection that causes open red sores on the body. Infection can range from very small ulcers to deep skin lesions. Coloring can range from reddish or gray ulcers to very dark areas associated with necrotic (dying) tissue.

    Fin and Tail Rot:

    Fins appear ragged and split. In severe cases, fins and tail are almost completely eroded. Secondary fungal infections, observed as white, "cottony" growth, Commonly occur.

    Bacterial Gill Disease:

    Fishmay breathe heavily and show bright red gills. Fish may sit at bottom of aquarium or near the water's surface. However, visual diagnosis is often difficult.



  • WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

    KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

    For aquarium use only.

    Not for human consumption or the treatment of fish intended for human consumption.

    Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

    May cause irritation.

    ! WARNING:

    This product can expose you to chemicals including Nitrofurazone, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer.

    For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

    HUMAN WARNING:

    Carcinogenesis: Nitrafurazone, an active ingredient in Furan-2, has been shown to produce mammary tumors on rats and ovarian tumors on mice.

    Some people may be hypersensitive to this product.

    Either wear gloves when dosing wash hands afterwards

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    Diagnostic Chart

    On Back

    10 Powder

    Packets

    Use In Fresh and Saltwater Aquariums

    AOI

    FURAN-2

    TREATS BACTERIAL FISH DISEASE

    Treats a wide variety of bacterial fish infections

    Open Red Sores

    Gill Disease

    Eye Cloud

    Body Slime

    Fin and Tail Rot

    Hemorrhagic Septicemia

    GUIDE

    Fish Problem

    Solving

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    API FURAN-2 
    nitrofurazone powder
    Product Information
    Product TypeOTC ANIMAL DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:17163-070
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    NITROFURAZONE (UNII: X8XI70B5Z6) (NITROFURAZONE - UNII:X8XI70B5Z6) NITROFURAZONE 85 mg  in 2 g
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:17163-070-1610 in 1 PACKAGE
    12 g in 1 PACKET
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    unapproved drug other03/01/2011
    Labeler - MARS FISHCARE NORTH AMERICA, INC. (049630700)