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Citracal Petites Calcium Citrate +D3

Bayer Citracal
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(1172 ratings)
Calcium 400 mg
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Score83
A strong, economical calcium citrate option with vitamin D3 and a practical serving amount. It is focused rather than fully comprehensive for bone support.
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Quantity:375 Tablet(s) • (187 servings)
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Score 83

A strong, economical calcium citrate option with vitamin D3 and a practical serving amount. It is focused rather than fully comprehensive for bone support.
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50 servings Calcium 400 mg • 100 Tablet(s) • 50 servings $8.00 ($0.16 per serving)
$20.47($0.10 per serving)
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Analysis

The citrate form is the main strength because it absorbs reliably even when stomach acid is lower. The calcium amount is substantial without being unusually large for one sitting.

Vitamin D3 supports calcium absorption and bone use. The supplied label repeats vitamin D under two names, which appears to describe one amount but should not be added together without confirmation.

The streamlined formula works well for users who need calcium rather than a full bone complex. Magnesium, vitamin K, and protein-matrix support would need to come from diet or elsewhere.

Who is it for
  • Adults needing a focused calcium supplement
  • People who prefer smaller tablets
  • Users with lower stomach-acid levels
Best for
  • Calcium citrate supplementation
  • Routine bone-mineral intake
  • Long-supply value

Pros

  • Dependable citrate form
  • Absorption-friendly calcium amount
  • Includes vitamin D3

Cons

  • No magnesium or vitamin K
  • Vitamin D is listed redundantly
  • Focused formula lacks broader bone cofactors

Warnings

  • Calcium can reduce absorption of levothyroxine and tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics when taken too close together.
  • People with a history of calcium-containing kidney stones should review total dietary and supplemental calcium.
  • Do not count the repeated vitamin D lines as separate doses without checking the bottle label.

Nutrient quality

88 Highest impact

A moderate calcium amount with vitamin D3 provides a focused nutrient profile. The missing calcium-form detail prevents full confidence in absorption quality.

Ingredient transparency

79 High impact

Active amounts and the implied serving size are easy to identify. The calcium form, non-active ingredients, and intake directions remain incomplete.

Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The aggregate rating is favorable and backed by a large review volume. No specific comments are available to assess recurring problems or real-world fit.

Value for money

93 Highest impact

A long supply and focused formula provide strong value. Incomplete calcium-form disclosure is the main quality trade-off.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3)
 12.5 mcg
Calcium
400 mg
Sodium
5 mg
Adults 18–50
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Calcium · 400 mg OverallScore94
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Calcium citrate offers reliable absorption and pairs with vitamin D to support calcium use. The serving provides an absorption-efficient amount without exceeding the usual per-dose ceiling. Clear dosing, a clean disclosed formula, and a low serving cost make it a practical calcium option.

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