imderanged wrote:I use ZooMed Reptisafe in my reptile/amphibian water. Supposedly it has the added benefits of reducing ammonia, adding electrolytes and calcium...etc.
Ok here me out when i say this
I "Heard" that most items from zoo med are not that good, the only good product is the dock, the filter is horrible i have a 10gallon and i use a Whisper 10i insted of a Zoomed filter.
Pulled from main site
"Testing and treatment (Water conditioners)
Fundamentally, water should be tested for ammonia, hardness, nitrites and nitrates, and pH levels and treated for chlorine and chloramine. Various test kits are available and there are treatment options to create specific water conditions. While regular water changes will help reduce harmful ammonia and nitrite levels, it is recommended that you be aware of what is in the water you choose to use for your turtle.
Medicated blocks (usually in the shape of a white turtle), either described as a calcium supplement, sulfur medication or water conditioner should not be used. They are not proven to provide any benefit and in some cases have negative results. Other treatments aimed at reducing ammonia, algae or removing waste should be avoided, as regular water changes are much safer and healthier. "
http://www.redearslider.com/water_quality_issues.html
Please try to explan to me if im wrong because i think the zoo med stuff u posted is just like
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752319
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752636