Salifert Flatworm exit

[DrMark]

It appears that something I bought, despite dips, brought in flatworms. I have a fairly small amount that I can see. My QT tank is now up, but not soon enough.
I have not used this product before, although have heard and read lots about it.
My 214 gal is very stable and healthy and I hate to disrupt that.
I know that the juices from the dead flatworms are toxic in large enough doses. I was wondering what people consider a large infestation to be concerned about the die off. Any number come to mind. 50, 100, 500, etc.
mark

[Jonthefishguy]

Mark, Syphon as much as possible out before and after you treat and after water changes. Run carbon after treament to remove any remaining meds and poison. It is hard to say what out of control is. Even one is too much. By the way, they feed not only on nutrients but also light. They tend to go closer up the glass close to the light as possible. If you are feeding with phyto or any of the similar foods, stop until they are under control.

[ErikH]

http://maast.org/forums/showthread.php?t=34799&highlight=AEFW+treatment I had to find this one for you. Tons of good info there.

[aquasport24]

Man. that's suck, hope you get them under control soon. Make sure you be using a magnifyglass too b/c those eggs are so small. I think ACE and JEFFCO are pretty good at getting rid of these AEFW. Good luck..

[Bill S]

WHOA! Mark, are you talking about ACRO EATING flatworms, or just plain flatworms?

Plain old flatworms probably won't be a problem in your tank...

[Fish4life]

Just get several hungry wrasses for control. :)

[DrMark]

WHOA! Mark, are you talking about ACRO EATING flatworms, or just plain flatworms?

Plain old flatworms probably won't be a problem in your tank...

just plain old flatworms.
not a ton yet, but dont like to see any at all.
like a zit, no harm in small numbers, but ugly to have around.
mark

[DrMark]

Just get several hungry wrasses for control. :)

I have one nice yellow coris wrasse in there, but has no interest.
mark

[ErikH]

I figured as much too but wanted to let Mark in on what Ace had done. Ace never fails to amaze...

[LoneStar]

I've always had great luck with a 6line wrasse eating flatworms.

[matt]

There's a wrasse called the Hoeven's wrasse, halichoere melanurus, aka tailspot wrasse, but there are different types of tailspots I think. This one is green with longitudinal stripes like the 6 line. One of those should really take care of the flatworms, and keep them away. I would not use flatworm exit, particularly if you have a deep sand bed.

[JimD]

FE is ok for an initial treatment but will generaly not work long term as the flatworms build up immunity to the chemical. The Tailspot Wrasse matt mentioned has proven to be an effective solution to some infestations if you can find the right one.

[DrMark]

Appreciate the responses.
There are worse problems to have.....
Flatworm Exit should be here anyday, but I dont know, would be so much nicer to get the right fish. But first, fish would need to be in QT, then its a toss up if you get one that will even eat them....
A quandry....
mark