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API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner, 16 oz.

API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner, 16 oz.

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Description

Introducing API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner, the magical elixir that will have your fish feeling like royalty in no time! Infused with the healing powers of Aloe Vera, Stress Coat is formulated to replace slime coat and reduce electrolyte loss while promoting tissue regeneration. Not only that, but it also neutralizes chlorine and chloramines, detoxifies heavy metals, and reduces fish stress by a whopping 40%! With Stress Coat by your side, you can say goodbye to skin wounds and torn fins - this scientifically proven formula has got your fishies' backs. Use it whenever you're setting up a new aquarium, adding or handling fish, or changing water.

  • - Replaces slime coat and reduces electrolyte loss
  • - Promotes tissue regeneration
  • - Neutralizes chlorine and chloramines
  • - Detoxifies heavy metals
  • - Reduces fish stress by 40%
  • - Helps heal skin wounds and torn fins

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Specifications

SKU651753
Primary BrandAPI
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Personalized Item flagNo
Volume16 FZ

Directions for use: To help repair damaged skin and fins and to replace slime coating: Add 10 ml per 10 U.S. gallons (38 L) of aquarium water. To remove chlorine and neutralize chloramines: Add 5 ml per 10 U. S. gallons (38 L) of aquarium water. TIP: Use Stress Zyme to assure good water quality, an efficient biological filter and a healthy and clean aquatic environment. Stress Coat is not a medication, nor is it intended to be a substitute for any medication. For ornamental fish use only. Not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Description

Introducing API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner, the magical elixir that will have your fish feeling like royalty in no time! Infused with the healing powers of Aloe Vera, Stress Coat is formulated to replace slime coat and reduce electrolyte loss while promoting tissue regeneration. Not only that, but it also neutralizes chlorine and chloramines, detoxifies heavy metals, and reduces fish stress by a whopping 40%! With Stress Coat by your side, you can say goodbye to skin wounds and torn fins - this scientifically proven formula has got your fishies' backs. Use it whenever you're setting up a new aquarium, adding or handling fish, or changing water.

  • - Replaces slime coat and reduces electrolyte loss
  • - Promotes tissue regeneration
  • - Neutralizes chlorine and chloramines
  • - Detoxifies heavy metals
  • - Reduces fish stress by 40%
  • - Helps heal skin wounds and torn fins

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU651753
Primary BrandAPI
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day

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236 out of 239 (99%) reviewers recommend this product

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Customers overwhelmingly praise this stress coat product for its effectiveness in calming fish during water changes and introducing new fish, with reviewers noting visible improvements in behavior and vitality. The product is consistently credited with neutralizing harmful tap water contaminants like chlorine and heavy metals, making water safe for aquatic life. Many customers demonstrate strong long-term loyalty, reporting years of continuous use and recommending it to fellow fishkeepers. Most consider it an indispensable part of routine tank maintenance and water conditioning.

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Safe environment for my fish

MelissaF

1 month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Helps make tap water safe for aquariums fish by removing chlorine and chloramines, it’s formula also helps protect fish by supporting their natural slime coat, it’s is a useful addition to aquarium maintenance and helps create a safer environment for freshwater fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Does the job

ShainaK

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the stress coat when doing his water change. Axolotls definitely get stressed when you are pouring water. It makes his water safe for him and calms him. It also makes sure his slime coat stays moist. I will definitely keep using it.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Works

JessicaS

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m not able to confirm that it’s related, but 1 of my fish died after trying this product so I’m not sure that I would want to recommend it again. Overall, the product seems to work as designed..

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Destress

TylerL

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our tank has an issue with algae due to not having snails or algae eaters. This has definitely helped alleviate that and I feel that using this product helps when introducing new fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Great product

ErinC

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product worked awesome in our backyard pond! Its hard with some products because they sometimes can cause harm but this one seems to be gentle.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

It's a must

SabrinaM

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ive used this product for awhile now and it has become a staple in my fish care routine. I add some anytime I add more water into the tank or doing a water change it has definitely helped with that product in keeping my fish happy and healthy

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Great fort my goldfish and didn’t shock them!

TiaH

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This stress coat was great! My fish didn’t get shocked or die using this and it’s easy to use with simple imstructions! It has a measured cap so you put the right amount in as well! There is no odor and it is easy to mix! The consistency is than water but essy to mix! Also affordable!

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Works great

ShatarahR

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I simply love this product and brand. I’ve used it for years and it really makes a difference in my tank. It’s really easy to use and the directions are clear. The cap doubles as a measuring cup so it’s really all in one. I use it when adding new items, cleaning the tank, adding fresh water, or adding new fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

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Questions

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Can I Use with purigen

  1. Yes, you may use API Stress Coat with Purigen.



Can I use this in addition to the beta water conditioner when I do a water change or would it be too much to use the tress coat additive on top of the beta water conditioner? Should it be one or the other or can I use both?

  1. I actually use both. We have softened water here and I don't want it to effect fish. I also want to calm my fish with the stress coat. Not sure if it's the correct thing to do or not. I just go with my gut.



Can you use this with fish you intend to eat?

  1. Designed to treat water. Shouldn't affect fish other than make water safe for fish.



will this hurt my amano shrimp?

  1. It is safe for shrimp. My amano and ghost shrimps do just fine.



During a water change, should I calculate the Stress Coat dosage based on new water added, or based on the entire tank volume? Thanks, Charlotte

  1. I calculate the dosage based on my total tank volume. You can't really overdo it, and it calms the fish after a water change.



Would this be ok to use in a community tank with shrimps in it? Thanks!

  1. Yes, it should be. All it does is reinforce the natural outer layer of protective mucous that fish and other marine life have on them to repel parasites. I don't think it will harm the shrimp. I have three blue Nerite snails in my tank and they've been there for years, dutifully cleaning the tank, and have never been bothered by it.



Can I use this for a hermit crab?

    What pH will the water be if I add enough for a 5 gallon tank

    1. Should not change the ph of your water. Only removes or neutralizes chlorine.



    can i use quick start and stress coast at the same time when i change water? how much do i need?

    1. You don't need to use quick start when you use stress coat. The measurement is on the bottle.



    I have a 5 gallon tank with one betta fish. We use well water, so how much stress coat would I use to condition the water? Would I use 1 teaspoon in total to condition and remove stress from my fish?

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