{"product_id":"brightwell-shrimp-caridina-gh-250ml","title":"Brightwell Aquatics Shrimp Caridina GH+ – 250mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrightwell Aquatics Shrimp Caridina GH+ – 250mL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell Shrimp Caridina GH+\u003c\/strong\u003e is a freshwater remineralizer designed to establish proper mineral balance in purified, RO\/DI, or very soft water for \u003cstrong\u003eCaridina shrimp aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e and soft-water freshwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis liquid GH supplement provides a beneficial ratio of important minerals including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium. It helps support shrimp molting, osmoregulation, plant health, and overall aquarium stability without raising carbonate hardness the way KH-based buffers do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquid GH remineralizer for Caridina shrimp aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for RO, DI, purified, or very soft freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaises general hardness without intentionally raising KH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps support shrimp molting and osmoregulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for soft-water shrimp species and planted shrimp tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for freshwater biotope aquariums with soft-water fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy liquid dosing for accurate mineral adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaridina shrimp aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal Red Shrimp and Crystal Black Shrimp setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaiwan Bee shrimp tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRO\/DI water remineralization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-water planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater biotope aquariums with riverine or forest fish species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater changes where purified water needs GH restored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, mix Caridina GH+ into new water before adding it to the aquarium. Test GH, KH, pH, and TDS regularly when remineralizing shrimp water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose based on your target GH and aquarium volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each 1mL increases GH in 10 liters \/ 2.5 US gallons of water by 1 dGH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pump dispenses approximately 2mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add slowly and avoid sudden water chemistry changes, especially with sensitive shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a GH test kit or TDS meter to confirm your target range before adding shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightwell Aquatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrimp Caridina GH+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250mL \/ 8.5 fl oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e GH remineralizer for Caridina shrimp and soft-water freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does Brightwell Shrimp Caridina GH+ do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaridina GH+ adds essential minerals back into RO, DI, purified, or very soft water to create a better mineral balance for Caridina shrimp aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Caridina GH+ raise KH?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaridina GH+ is intended to raise general hardness, or GH, without intentionally raising carbonate hardness, or KH. This makes it useful for soft-water shrimp setups where low KH is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat shrimp is Caridina GH+ best for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best for Caridina shrimp such as Crystal Red Shrimp, Crystal Black Shrimp, Taiwan Bee shrimp, and other soft-water shrimp that prefer stable GH with lower KH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Caridina GH+ for Neocaridina shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaridina GH+ may be used for soft-water aquariums, but Neocaridina shrimp often prefer different mineral conditions with a bit more KH. Brightwell’s NeoTiger KH+\/GH+ may be a better fit for many Neocaridina setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does Caridina GH+ raise GH?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightwell states that each 1mL of Caridina GH+ increases GH in 10 liters, or 2.5 US gallons, by 1 dGH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I mix Caridina GH+ before adding water to the tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. For shrimp tanks, it is best to mix Caridina GH+ into your water change container first, test GH\/TDS, and then slowly add the prepared water to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Caridina GH+ safe for plants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It provides minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium that can support freshwater aquarium plants when used as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I still need a dechlorinator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you are using chlorinated tap water. Caridina GH+ remineralizes water, but it does not replace a water conditioner or dechlorinator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for ornamental freshwater aquarium use only. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption. 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