---
product_id: 478335120
title: "Seachem StressGuard Slime Coat Protection ParaGuard for External Infections (500ml + 100ml)"
brand: "seachem"
price: "$111"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 3
category: "Seachem"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/478335120-seachem-stressguard-slime-coat-protection-paraguard-for-external-infections-500ml
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# Safe for fish & filters, no clogging Dual-action formula: StressGuard + ParaGuard Made in USA, field-tested quality Seachem StressGuard Slime Coat Protection ParaGuard for External Infections (500ml + 100ml)

**Brand:** seachem
**Price:** $111
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐟 Protect, heal, and thrive — your fish’s wellness, stress-free!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Seachem StressGuard Slime Coat Protection ParaGuard for External Infections (500ml + 100ml) by seachem
- **How much does it cost?** $111 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/478335120-seachem-stressguard-slime-coat-protection-paraguard-for-external-infections-500ml)

## Best For

- seachem enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted seachem brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Filter-Friendly Formula:** Protein active colloids won’t coat resins or clog filtration systems
- • **Ultimate Slime Coat Defense:** Premium StressGuard reduces fish stress & promotes rapid wound healing
- • **Trusted Science-Backed Brand:** Over 30 years of hobbyist-driven innovation and rigorous testing
- • **Versatile Fresh & Marine Use:** Effective in both freshwater and marine tanks, ideal for quarantine & hospital setups
- • **Powerful Parasite & Infection Control:** ParaGuard eradicates fungal, bacterial & viral lesions without harming fish or filters

## Overview

Seachem StressGuard + ParaGuard combo offers a scientifically formulated dual-action treatment that reduces fish stress, promotes slime coat healing, and effectively treats external infections and parasites. Safe for fish and filtration systems, this USA-made solution is trusted by hobbyists for freshwater and marine aquariums, making it essential for quarantine and ongoing fish health management.

## Description

Seachem StressGuard Slime Coat Protection - Stress and Toxic Ammonia Reducer 500 mlSeachem StressGuard is a premium slime coat protection product, working to reduce stress and ammonia toxicity whenever handling or transporting ﬁsh.For over three decades, Seachem has been a company rooted in sound science. Our experience in the hobby and an educated staff of chemists and biologists are part of the package when you purchase Seachem products. Seachem remains as one of the few surviving independent and privately owned pet care companies. Seachem is owned and operated by hobbyists . All of our employees are hobbyists who maintain aquariums at home and at the office. Seachem itself was started because one such passionate hobbyist - Dr. Leo G. Morin (Founder) - recognized that the available solutions to aquarists problem wanting. This resulted in Seachem’s very first product: Cupraplex (today known as Cupramine). Over thirty years later Seachem is still approaching old problems in a new way. Seachem’s philosophy is that the knowledgeable hobbyist makes the best customer. This is reflected in solid and reliable customer education and support as well as products proven in science and performance. While Seachem has grown rapidly into a national and international firm, it retains the culture of a small company and is readily available to its customers.Seachem ParaGuard 100mlParaGuard is the only fish and filter safe aldehyde based (10% by weight) parasite control product available. Unlike highly toxic and difficult to use formalin based medications, ParaGuard contains no formaldehyde or methanol and will not alter pH. ParaGuard employs a proprietary, synergistic blend of aldehydes, malachite green, and fish protective polymers that effectively and efficiently eradicates many ectoparasites on fish (e.g. ich, etc.) and external fungal/bacterial/viral lesions (e.g., fin rot). It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank. For use in freshwater or marine. ParaGuard is recommended for the treatment of certain diseases in marine and freshwater fish only. It IS NOT recommended for treating any style aquarium containing invertebrates, corals, crustaceans, or elasmobranchs (sharks and rays).

Review: A must have for Discus - So just to clear things up for anyone who is unsure. Paraguard & stress guard can be used together. I recently got back into discus and in knowing how sensitive they can be I wasn't sure what to use during quarantine. I watched a couple of videos & did some reading & reviews on line & the paraguard was highly recommended. There wasn't anyone using it with stress guard but I figured I'd give it a try. So here is how I used it. I ordered the first 7 discus & I didn't do as much research on the seller as I should have (I won't mention sellers name but just believe cheaper is NOT the way to go) anyway when I got them they were skinny, doing a whole lot of rubbing and 2 had ich. That being said I turned the heat up to 92°(this high for fish who can handle high temp only) & treated with both stress guard & paraguard for 2 weeks (put temp slowly back down to 84° when done).All fish survived & are doing great. Now as for the second batch of 9 discus . They came in healthy (more reputable seller) so I did just 3 days of both. Now if you are doing a 2 week quarantine like you should if you see any trouble you can restart both until you see they are doing better (2 weeks if sick is best). Make sure you remove carbon from filter when using paraguard. If your using stress guard alone for injury you do not need to remove carbon. I hope this helps . I highly recommend both products
Review: Good products - Happy these were sold together, quality company and quality solutions.

## Features

- Premium slime coat protection (StressGuard) promotes healing in wounds and reduces stress.
- Treats external fungal, bacterial and viral lesions (ParaGuard); safe for fish and filters.
- Protein active colloids (StressGuard) will not coat resins or clog filter.
- Made in the USA (ParaGuard); field tested to ensure quality.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BGZDMKQM |
| ASIN  | B0BGZDMKQM |
| Brand Name | Seachem |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (10) |
| Date First Available | September 30, 2022 |
| Date First Available  | September 30, 2022 |
| Directions | Shake well before use. Add 5 ml per 40 L (10 gallons) of water. Repeat daily as needed. For ParaGuard: Shake well before use. Use 5 ml (1 capful) for every 40 L (10 gallons) of water. Repeat every 48 hours as required. |
| Manufacturer | Seachem |
| Manufacturer  | Seachem |
| Size | 500 ml |
| Style | Protection + ParaGuard 100ml |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Seachem
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Liquid Volume:** 500 Milliliters
- **Manufacturer:** Seachem

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have for Discus
*by S***D on June 23, 2023*

So just to clear things up for anyone who is unsure. Paraguard & stress guard can be used together. I recently got back into discus and in knowing how sensitive they can be I wasn't sure what to use during quarantine. I watched a couple of videos & did some reading & reviews on line & the paraguard was highly recommended. There wasn't anyone using it with stress guard but I figured I'd give it a try. So here is how I used it. I ordered the first 7 discus & I didn't do as much research on the seller as I should have (I won't mention sellers name but just believe cheaper is NOT the way to go) anyway when I got them they were skinny, doing a whole lot of rubbing and 2 had ich. That being said I turned the heat up to 92°(this high for fish who can handle high temp only) & treated with both stress guard & paraguard for 2 weeks (put temp slowly back down to 84° when done).All fish survived & are doing great. Now as for the second batch of 9 discus . They came in healthy (more reputable seller) so I did just 3 days of both. Now if you are doing a 2 week quarantine like you should if you see any trouble you can restart both until you see they are doing better (2 weeks if sick is best). Make sure you remove carbon from filter when using paraguard. If your using stress guard alone for injury you do not need to remove carbon. I hope this helps . I highly recommend both products

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good products
*by E***N on August 23, 2024*

Happy these were sold together, quality company and quality solutions.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I'm a seachem person
*by S***M on December 28, 2023*

Seachem seems to work for me so I stick with it

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-14*