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Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets 80 ea

 
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Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea
 
4.3

(based on 12 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

82%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Simple to take (6)
  • Easy on stomach (5)
  • Easy to use (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily use (9)
    • Women (9)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Health conscious (4)
      • My Beauty Routine Takes:
      • 10 minutes (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Convenient

    I've taken calcium supplements for several years to offset osteopenia and have tried both pills and chews, containing both calcium carbonate and citrate. The chews were convenient to carry and easy to take, but...Read complete review

    I've taken calcium supplements for several years to offset osteopenia and have tried both pills and chews, containing both calcium carbonate and citrate. The chews were convenient to carry and easy to take, but there were times when I just didn't want something that sweet. Plus, it was easy to forget to take them because I couldn't keep them in my pill box with my other meds/supplements--and that meant that sometimes I took them without food so they probably weren't as well absorbed. I also tried calcium citrate pills, which don't require you take them with food, but was put off by the extra number of pills I had to take and the added cost. I like this product because I can take 2 pills with breakfast and be done with it for the day--one dose means I rarely forget to take them and since you're supposed to take them with breakfast, taking them with food is no issue. I also have had no side effects from calcium carbonate, as mentioned in another review. The only reason I didn't give this product 5 stars is because I'd prefer they be made with 100% calcium citrate instead of a mix of the two, and they are a bit pricey. Also, there's no way to know for sure whether they are more or less effective than other types of calcium supplements that require multiple doses throughout the day.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Unexpected side effects

    I take calcium for my osteoporosis, and have used other Citrical products because they are very digestible. I was disappointed to find that the slow release contain calcium carbonate and I am experiencing terrible ...Read complete review

    I take calcium for my osteoporosis, and have used other Citrical products because they are very digestible. I was disappointed to find that the slow release contain calcium carbonate and I am experiencing terrible flatulence from it. I had no problems with citrical petites or regular because they are made from calcium citrate. Just a word to the wise, if you like convenience from once a day, go ahead, but beware of unpleasant side effects.

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    2.0

    disappointed

    By G Grandma

    from Tulsa, OK

    describe yourself First Time User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Daily Use

        Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

        I have to take four pills a day to get 1260 mg citracal--even though slow release I still have to take two pills, and I do not want calcium carbonate.

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        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Easy to take

        By Carterdog

        from Reno, NV

        describe yourself Health Conscious

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy on Stomach
        • Easy To Swallow
        • Simple To Take

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Daily Use
          • Women

          Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

          I like the fact that it is time released, so you only have to take it once a day. Much easier to remember to take. Don't know if it is effective yet.

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          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          I will buy this product again and again!

          By bobcat

          from East Bay, CA

          describe yourself Health Conscious, Medical Professional

          See all my reviews

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy on Stomach
          • Simple To Take

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Women

            Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

            I like the fact that is slow-release and that recommended dose can be taken only one time per day.

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            5.0

            Great product!

            By Plain Jane

            from Fort Worth, TX

            Pros

            • Easy on Stomach
            • Simple To Take

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Women

              Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

              Love the fact that I can take it once per day and don't have to worry about spacing it out during the day.

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              5.0

              Great ingredients and price!

              By Cindy

              from MO

              describe yourself Health Conscious

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy on Stomach
              • Easy To Swallow
              • Effective
              • Simple To Take

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use
                • Women

                Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                I buy a lot of my vitamins from GNC. But this product is cheaper than the GNC calcium and has the exact same ingredients.

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                5.0

                Easy!!!

                By Lokimama

                from NJ

                describe yourself Health Conscious

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • One-dose calcium
                • Simple To Take

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Women

                  Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                  Makes it easy to get my calcium intake since I can take the entire day's dose at once.

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                  5.0

                  Convenient

                  By Jessepoo

                  from MD

                  See all my reviews

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy on Stomach
                  • Simple To Take

                  Cons

                  • Hard To Swallow

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use
                  • Older People
                  • Supplement A Meal
                  • Women

                  Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                  You get a lot of Calcium with only 2 pills with food. It's convenient not to have to think about taking more throughout the day. The pills are not small...so if you can't swallow them try the Citrical 'Petites'. You'll have to take more pills, but you won't choke.[Had a broken bone heal in good time...so I'm guesing it's effective...but who can tell?]

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                  5.0

                  Great product

                  By Linda with osteoporosis

                  from Fairfield, CT

                  describe yourself Medical Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Only once a day

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Daily Use

                    Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                    This really helps with daily compliance since it is once a day and I know I have a full day of calcium on board. Great product.

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                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    great product

                    By seeker

                    from pa

                    describe yourself Brand Buyer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Effective
                    • Good Value

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Men
                      • Women

                      Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                      all calciums are nor created equal...this is a great product

                      • My Beauty Routine Takes:
                      • 30 Minutes

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                      4.0

                      Convenient

                      By TM859

                      from New York

                      describe yourself Budget Buyer

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Daily Use
                        • Women

                        Comments about Citracal Calcium + D, Slow Release 1200, Coated Tablets, 80 ea:

                        I've taken calcium supplements for several years to offset osteopenia and have tried both pills and chews, containing both calcium carbonate and citrate. The chews were convenient to carry and easy to take, but there were times when I just didn't want something that sweet. Plus, it was easy to forget to take them because I couldn't keep them in my pill box with my other meds/supplements--and that meant that sometimes I took them without food so they probably weren't as well absorbed. I also tried calcium citrate pills, which don't require you take them with food, but was put off by the extra number of pills I had to take and the added cost. I like this product because I can take 2 pills with breakfast and be done with it for the day--one dose means I rarely forget to take them and since you're supposed to take them with breakfast, taking them with food is no issue. I also have had no side effects from calcium carbonate, as mentioned in another review. The only reason I didn't give this product 5 stars is because I'd prefer they be made with 100% calcium citrate instead of a mix of the two, and they are a bit pricey. Also, there's no way to know for sure whether they are more or less effective than other types of calcium supplements that require multiple doses throughout the day.

                        • My Beauty Routine Takes:
                        • 10 Minutes

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