API® Stress Coat makes tap water safe for fish by removing harmful chemicals from tap water, and contains the healing power of Aloe Vera to reduce fish stress by 40% and to heal damaged tissue and wounds. API® Stress Coat also reduces electrolyte loss in your fish, and should be used when: • Handling, netting, or adding fish to a bag for the trip home from the store; • Starting an aquarium; • Performing monthly water changes; • When adding new fish to your aquarium API® Stress Coat is more than just a tap water conditioner! Our unique formula is scientifically proven to reduce fish stress and heal damaged tissue by forming a synthetic slime coating on your fish, replacing the natural secretion of slime that is interrupted by handling, shipping, fish fighting, or other forms of stress. API® Stress Coat also helps reduce fish susceptibility to disease and infection, and reduces electrolyte loss. It may be used any time in your aquarium, but should always be used when starting a new aquarium, adding or changing water, or adding fish. Dosage 118ml treats up to 920L. FAQs What does Stress Coat do? Stress Coat removes chlorine and neutralizes chloramine and heavy metals. It also reduces stress in fish and promotes the healing of wounds and regeneration of damaged tissue. Is Stress Coat a dechlorinator? Yes, Stress Coat is a dechlorinator. Is Stress Coat suitable for both freshwater and marine (saltwater) aquariums? Stress Coat is safe in marine (saltwater) aquariums, but we do not recommend its use if you have a protein skimmer. Is Stress Coat safe for all fish, invertebrates, and aquarium plants? Yes, Stress Coat is safe for all fish, invertebrates, and aquarium plants. Does Stress Coat affect the biological filter or the pH? No, Stress Coat does not affect the biological filter or the pH. Can I use Stress Coat with other API products? Yes, you can use Stress Coat with all other API products. I accidentally over-dosed my fish with Stress Coat. Should I worry? No, Stress Coat will not harm your fish or plants. How much Stress Coat should I use? If you are using the Stress Coat as a dechlorinator to make tap water safe, you should dose enough for the amount of new water you are adding to the aquarium. If you are using the Stress Coat to help the fish recover from injury or disease, than you should use dose enough for the amount of water in the whole aquarium.