The meds will effect his appetite --- I would take out most decor pieces w/ the exception of one basking piece and maybe his hide --- whatever substrate your using if its cleanable w/ a disinfectant like Zoo Meds Wipe Out or F 10 if you have that on hand they will work the best for killing the parasites -- your gonna haft to disinfect that tank everytime he goes poop -- its a pain but you want the parasite gone so he does not reinfect himself again --Sadie just wanted to update ya … I took some of Charlie’s poop to the vet and he did have parasites… no coccydia (?)… I didn’t take him in so I didn’t stress him further. He has two meds for a few days… he’s just really not been eating as much the last day or so and no matter the temps he’s staying on that cool side. I just gave his first meds and I feel so horrible… he’s really gonna hate me now!.. but maybe he’ll start being a bit better. I hope I made the right decision… is there anything concerning meds for parasites I need to be aware of?