Calcium pills for clams

[AroDan]

Hi guys,

I need some advise.

I'm wondering if it is possible to crush calcium pills that we human take into powder form and mix with the marine water in the tank for feeding to the clams?

[Clement_jr]

i don't think they actually feed on calcium. they shld be taking in calcium from the water column. i suggest maintaining the calcium level is the way to go.

[Martian]

Hmm... This is a very interesting question. IMO I think the composition of those pills meant for human consumption is different from those meant for the aquarium. But I think maybe a Vet can answer this question. It'll be good and a whole lot cheaper if both types of calcium is compatible.

[AroDan]

Hmm... This is a very interesting question. IMO I think the composition of those pills meant for human consumption is different from those meant for the aquarium. But I think maybe a Vet can answer this question. It'll be good and a whole lot cheaper if both types of calcium is compatible.

Ya I was just thinking of it when I will at Ah Beng shop looking at some clams and thought that if I can use those calcium pills it would be good.

[dnsfpl]

why not get calcium chloride instead?

but be mindful of KH swing

[AroDan]

why not get calcium chloride instead?

but be mindful of KH swing

Thanks for sharing.

[Terryz_]

Just use calcium additives..

[AroDan]

Just use calcium additives..

Bro what you mean by calcium additives? In what form? Where can I get them?

Sorry, I'm very new to clam keeping.

[AroDan]

Bro what you mean by calcium additives? In what form? Where can I get them?

Sorry, I'm very new to clam keeping.

I just saw my inbox and I received an email with the whole list of additives.

That answers my question! haha

Thanks Bro Gemsurfs

[yikai]

why use calcium supplements intended for humans?

firstly these are crazy expensive to use long term for dosing. also the pills are 99% inert substances and the actual calcium content is way lower than what is required for clams. human body don't need so much calcium.

just buy calcium additives from LFS. a ton cheaper.

[AroDan]

why use calcium supplements intended for humans?

firstly these are crazy expensive to use long term for dosing. also the pills are 99% inert substances and the actual calcium content is way lower than what is required for clams. human body don't need so much calcium.

just buy calcium additives from LFS. a ton cheaper.

Thanks for your advise.