Citracal Slow Release 1200, 1200 mg Calcium Citrate and Calcium Carbonate Blend with 1000 IU Vitamin D3, Bone Health Supplement for Adults, Once Daily Caplets, 80 Count: Health & Personal Care

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Your body requires vitamin D to absorb calcium. There are 3 ways to get vitamin D: sunlight, food, and supplements. Because of the use of sunscreen as well as other factors, which limit your body's ability to make the vitamin, many people rely on food and a vitamin D supplement to meet their dietary needs. The amount of calcium you require depends on your age and sex. Adults age 19 to 50 and men age 50 to 70 need 1,000 mg per day, while women age 51 and over and men over 70 need 1,200 mg per day.** To get the recommended calcium, make sure foods high in calcium are part of your diet. **Source: Institute of Medicine Calcium can be found in low-fat dairy products such as low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheeses, as well as in calcium-fortified orange juice. Food sources include vegetables such as collard greens, turnip greens, okra, and spinach. You can also derive natural calcium from soybeans, almonds, and chickpeas. Q: What is the difference between calcium citrate and calcium carbonate? A: Calcium citrate dissolves readily and is easy on your digestion, so it can be taken at any time, with or without food. Calcium carbonate does not dissolve easily and requires stomach acid for absorption, so should be taken with food to help avoid stomach discomfort. Q: Can I take a Citracal product with my medications? A: Prior to taking a Citracal product with medications, we recommend that you speak with a healthcare professional. Q: What if I have medical conditions? A: Your health care provider is in the best position to make this decision with you as he/she will know your personal needs. Prior to taking a Citracal product, we recommend that you speak with a healthcare professional regarding your specific condition. Q: Will my medications block the absorption of Citracal products? A: Check with your doctor or pharmacist. They will be able to advise you if your medication will block the absorption of a Citracal product. Q: Can I take a Citracal product during pregnancy? A: As with any dietary supplement, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, contact your doctor before using a Citracal product. Q: Can I take Citracal products with a multivitamin? A: We suggest you check with you doctor or pharmacist to advise you if a Citracal product combined with your vitamin regimen will exceed the upper limits of calcium intake. Q: Why do Citracal products contain vitamin D? A: Vitamin D helps the body absorb and regulate calcium metabolism. Q: What is osteoporosis? A: The World Health Organization defines osteoporosis as a generalized skeletal disorder of low bone mass (thinning of the bone) and deterioration in its architecture, causing susceptibility to fracture. Q: What is osteopenia? A: Osteopenia is a reduction in bone mineral density. Bone mineral density is rated with a 'T-score.' A 'normal' T-score is -1.0 or higher. Osteoporosis is defined as a T-score of -2.5 or lower, and osteopenia is a T-score between -1.0 and -2.5. Citracal Slow Release 1200 provides a combination of 1200 mg calcium citrate and carbonate blend, 100 IU vitamin D3, and 80 mg magnesium to help support optimum bone health. These sugar-free coated caplets make it easy to include calcium and vitamin D3 in your osteoporosis prevention regimen. It may not be possible to ingest enough calcium through food sources alone, and that's where Citracal Slow Release 1200 comes in. Specially formulated with Slo-Cal Technology to be taken once daily with food, this supplement is efficiently absorbed in small amounts over 8 hours. This product is recommended for adult men and women, ages 19 to senior. Add Citracal Slow Release 1200 to your diet and exercise routine to help support bone health. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Adequate calcium and vitamin D throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis.Covered by the Bayer HealthCare LLC – Consumer Health 60-Days Satisfaction Guarantee. See below for details If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.Keep out of reach of children.Due to the sustained release nature of this product, you should seek advice from your pharmacist about use with certain prescription medications.Do not use if printed foil seal is torn or missing.*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. . This product is labelled to United States standards and may differ from similar products sold elsewhere in its ingredients, labeling and allergen warningsVitamins/Dietary SupplementsCalcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Hydroxide, Acacia, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Magnesium Silicate, Titanium Dioxide (color), Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Magnesium Stearate, Inulin (Oligofructose Enriched), Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol).Adults: take 1 serving (2 tablets) once daily in the morning with food or as recommended by your physician, pharmacist or health care professional.Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

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