Treating Wounds on Gars

Hi, in need of some expert oppinions here

My spotted gar managed to run head first into my egg crate divider (my fault) and as he reversed himself out he's lifted his gill cover slightly and damaged the clear filament around it. This happened two nights ago.

It's looking a little better however it's still quite red and lifted, I have been using aquarium salt and tropical almond leaves and doing regular water changes.

What's considered safe antibacterial medications for these guys? I have triple sulphur and some melafix here or is it better to keep using the salt?

I'm hoping to get it back to normal asap, so any advice is appreciated!

Tank size is 3' x 18" x 15", he's by himself now as I removed the egg crate and the other tank mates. Gar size is about 10cm if not slightly larger.

I've got the temp set at 26 degrees C and I've been adding a small amount of salt daily. He seems to be eating well and so I've kept the tank stocked with feeders and he's still active.

Should the temp go any higher?

Thanks very much for the advice I'll keep an eye on him and continue with the salt and water changes.

Eventually he has a 350 gal to go into (I have two at present) so I'll just keep ugrading him through my smaller tanks until he's ready for that.

What's the best way to get them off live feeders?

Thanks for the very helpful advice, The gill cover is still a little red but is improving well and I've raised the temp to 28 Deg C.

What a truly amazing fish, fascinating to watch and is fast becomming a favourite.

Once again thanks for the help, I'll endeavour to post some pics once he is on the mend.