Swim Bladder Malfunction

[Pleco Fan]

My Dwarf Gourami has a swim bladder problem, is there a definite cure? in the past this usually doesn't end well.

[black ghost]

Depends on the problem. Various things can affect the swim bladder.

[Pleco Fan]

The problem is he can't control his movement, he is resting on top of the filter on his side and clearly distressed.

[black ghost]

There are various things than can affect a swim bladder, and "swim bladder disease" tends to cover them all. Cysts, tumours, infections. Mycobacter is a common cause, which can't be treated.
Dwarf Gouramies are one of the weakest fish you can get these days. You could try a bacterial treatment but you'll be very lucky if it works.

[plankton]

Remember to half-dose with labyrinth fish.