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10/13/2012, 07:16 PM
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cvs brand iron question
the iron I found locally contains ferrous fumarate,DIACALCIUM PHOSPHATE and cellulose. something tells me that phosphate is phosphate and this should not be used,,but I am no chemist,,so let me know please. If it can be used then how should I dose it? If not what should I look for on my next trip to the drug store?
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10/13/2012, 07:46 PM
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Yes, that is phosphate you don't want.
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10/13/2012, 07:47 PM
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Although I have no idea how much. Usually you dose very precious little iron so it might not be enough to make any difference.
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10/14/2012, 03:08 PM
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any suggestions on what Iron supplement to look for as i can not find fergon??
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10/14/2012, 04:37 PM
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You can make a simple iron supplement with ferrous sulfate and sodium citrate. The chemicals can be ordered from various online shops. This article discusses the recipe:
http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2002/8/chemistry
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10/14/2012, 08:38 PM
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