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Calcium capsule or softgel that's not gigantic And

Posted by grrranny @grrranny, 3 days ago

Should it be calcium citrate, carbonate, or both?
I need a capsule or softgel, but haven't been able to find a 400 or 500 calcium supplement that is less than 1 inch long, which is uncomfortable to swallow. Any suggestions?

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seabright2001 | @seabright2001 | 3 days ago

My endocrinologist recommended I take Citracal. Walmart sells Citracal petites. You have to take two per serving though, instead of just one.

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laura1970 | @laura1970 | 3 days ago

If you suffer from constipation, use calcium citrate, as it will help with this as well. The liquid form is available most places as is relatively cheap.

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grrranny | @grrranny | 3 days ago
In reply to @laura1970 "If you suffer from constipation, use calcium citrate, as it will help with this as well...." + (show)
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If you suffer from constipation, use calcium citrate, as it will help with this as well. The liquid form is available most places as is relatively cheap.

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@laura1970 Thanks, but just the opposite at the moment.

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laura1970 | @laura1970 | 3 days ago
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@laura1970 Thanks, but just the opposite at the moment.

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@grrranny then I would definitely avoid calcium citrate:)

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daisy17 | @daisy17 | 2 days ago

I take New Chapter Bone Strength, 4 pills a day so size is fine. I alternate with Citrical Petites, 3 pills a day and not huge.

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