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product_id: 360368071
title: "MICROBE-LIFT Lice and Anchor Worm for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums and Fish Tanks, 4 Fl Oz"
brand: "microbe-lift"
price: "$38.21"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Microbe Lift"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/360368071-microbe-lift-lice-and-anchor-worm-for-saltwater-and-freshwater
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Safe for scaleless & ornamental fish 4 fl oz liquid precision dosing Effective 40°F-100°F controlled temps MICROBE-LIFT Lice and Anchor Worm for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums and Fish Tanks, 4 Fl Oz

**Brand:** microbe-lift
**Price:** $38.21
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Keep your aquatic ecosystem flawless — because your fish deserve the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MICROBE-LIFT Lice and Anchor Worm for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums and Fish Tanks, 4 Fl Oz by microbe-lift
- **How much does it cost?** $38.21 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/360368071-microbe-lift-lice-and-anchor-worm-for-saltwater-and-freshwater)

## Best For

- microbe-lift enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Precision Dosage:** 1 fl oz per 300 gallons ensures targeted effectiveness
- • **Triple-Action Treatment:** Three weekly doses for lasting parasite control
- • **Universal Aquarium Care:** Safe for fish, reptiles, amphibians & mollusks alike
- • **Pre-Treatment Water Change:** Boosts efficacy with recommended 20% water refresh
- • **Temperature-Optimized Formula:** Works best in water between 40°F and 100°F

## Overview

MICROBE-LIFT Lice and Anchor Worm is a 4 fl oz liquid treatment designed to eliminate lice and anchor worms in both saltwater and freshwater aquariums. Safe for scaleless and ornamental fish, as well as reptiles, amphibians, and mollusks, it requires three weekly applications with prior water changes for optimal results. Best used in controlled temperatures between 40°F and 100°F, this precise formula ensures healthy, parasite-free aquatic environments.

## Description

Use for issues caused by lice and anchor worms to keep your fish healthy: For best results, perform three applications one week apart, with water changes prior to each application.

Review: I was skeptical since fish lice (argulus?) are so resistant to medicated treatments, but after 4 treatments, following directions exactly on the bottle, I have not seen anymore lice on my orandas. Everyone did well during and after the treatments, and my pond plants and bog filter plants are doing well as well as the snails so it appears to be mostly safe for those. Didn’t seem to negatively affect the clarity of the pond water or filter functions. Hope never to have to use it again but glad to know it works if I do!
Review: I ordered this medication to help kill anchor worm and it exceeded my expectations. It killed the parasite faster than I expected. As others have said, the results came as early as one week. I no longer saw my betta itch. It helped him immensely, as he was extremely miserable. The problem started when I had accidentally introduced new plants that I had ordered online and did not quarantine them. Five to six days after I had placed them in my aquarium, I noticed my betta looked very irritated and was scratching his body on rocks and anything sharp in the aquarium. At first I did not know what the problem was, until I saw very small parasites hanging off the side of his skin. So that is when I did my research and found out what this parasite was. It’s not a true worm but a crustacean that sucks the blood of your fish. I was desperate to help get rid of it. Since my aquarium is heavily planted, I could not use salt. I was forced to use another solution and that is when I found this product. I bought it based on the positive reviews and I wasn’t sure if it would work as quickly as it did. To my surprise, my betta stopped itching against objects the first week I started the dose. As the bottle states, you must use at least three consecutive doses at one dose per week. I’ve already finished with each of the doses and I see no signs of anchor worm. My betta is back to his healthy self again and he’s happy and so am I! I highly recommend this medication for anyone who wants to kill anchor worm super fast!

## Features

- APPLICATION: Use for issues caused by lice and anchor worms to keep your fish healthy: For best results, perform three applications one week apart, with water changes prior to each application
- OK FOR SCALELESS FISH: Acceptable for use with scaleless fish and other ornamental aquarium fish, reptiles, amphibians, and mollusks; Recommended for use with crustaceans
- WORKS BEST IN CONTROLLED TEMPERATURES: Intended for use in water above 40 degrees F and under 100 degrees F
- DIRECTIONS: Shake well before use; Dose at the rate of 1 fluid ounce per 300 gallons (1,136 L); Prior to the initial use, a partial water change of 20% is recommended
- NOTE: Not for use with fish or aquatic invertebrates intended for human consumption

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | MICROBE-LIFT |
| Liquid Volume | 4 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 4 Ounces |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Manufacturer | Ecological Laboratories Inc. |
| UPC | 097121208651 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | LAW04 |
| Product Dimensions | 5.08 x 5.08 x 12.7 cm; 113.4 g |
| ASIN | B005FTMHLG |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MICROBE-LIFT
- **Liquid Volume:** 4 Fluid Ounces
- **Item Weight:** 4 Ounces
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Manufacturer:** Ecological Laboratories Inc.

## Images

![MICROBE-LIFT Lice and Anchor Worm for Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums and Fish Tanks, 4 Fl Oz - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61J0IkOw93L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how many ounces is the bottle?**
A: Depending upon the size you purchase, it will either be 4 or 16oz in size.

**Q: How long should I wait before reintroducing my carbon filter?**
A: I would say at least 6 hours

**Q: Can this be used in a 20 gallon tank with a female betta sorority?**
A: Hi, 
The medicine is meant for gold fish but I used it on my guppies in a diluted measurement. I did have to repeat the treatment multiple times and only the very skinny and weak ones died. They seem to get better after it.

**Q: Can I use in my house fish tank / aquarium?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***I on 28 August 2025*

I was skeptical since fish lice (argulus?) are so resistant to medicated treatments, but after 4 treatments, following directions exactly on the bottle, I have not seen anymore lice on my orandas. Everyone did well during and after the treatments, and my pond plants and bog filter plants are doing well as well as the snails so it appears to be mostly safe for those. Didn’t seem to negatively affect the clarity of the pond water or filter functions. Hope never to have to use it again but glad to know it works if I do!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***A on 1 April 2023*

I ordered this medication to help kill anchor worm and it exceeded my expectations. It killed the parasite faster than I expected. As others have said, the results came as early as one week. I no longer saw my betta itch. It helped him immensely, as he was extremely miserable. The problem started when I had accidentally introduced new plants that I had ordered online and did not quarantine them. Five to six days after I had placed them in my aquarium, I noticed my betta looked very irritated and was scratching his body on rocks and anything sharp in the aquarium. At first I did not know what the problem was, until I saw very small parasites hanging off the side of his skin. So that is when I did my research and found out what this parasite was. It’s not a true worm but a crustacean that sucks the blood of your fish. I was desperate to help get rid of it. Since my aquarium is heavily planted, I could not use salt. I was forced to use another solution and that is when I found this product. I bought it based on the positive reviews and I wasn’t sure if it would work as quickly as it did. To my surprise, my betta stopped itching against objects the first week I started the dose. As the bottle states, you must use at least three consecutive doses at one dose per week. I’ve already finished with each of the doses and I see no signs of anchor worm. My betta is back to his healthy self again and he’s happy and so am I! I highly recommend this medication for anyone who wants to kill anchor worm super fast!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***S on 23 December 2024*

After first 4 days saw visible worms dying (still attached- they were flaccid and changing color) Prior to purchase, I had read all the reviews-the science paper on the mechanism of handling Lice/Anchor Worms, and I recalled one person who thought it didnt work till he pulled the worm off the fish. So, i grabbed the biggest fish (mine are small) and tweezed it off--sure enough it was dead-slippery goo!! YIPPPEEEEE The others are way too small to tweeze off, so I will run full course and hope the dead bodies just drop off cuz they are unsightly. *Note for the angry fellow submerging lice in this solution--stating it doesnt work--the bottle CLEARLY states its not a poison per say, but kills them through drying out the crustacean skin over time--(osmosis of drying agents soaking crustaceans0 -It is odd some people dont read the instructions and just do things and complain about the product due to their lack of data! Added bonus---its handling my mystery snail explosion and I am so happy!! Those things reproduce like 30 rabbits all at once!!!

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*