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Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Immune Health Basics

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg is a dietary supplement by Immune Health Basics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, heart health, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 293 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Wellmune WGP. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains a single active ingredient: Wellmune WGP, a beta-glucan derived from baker's yeast at 75 mg per capsule. Beta-glucans are a type of soluble fiber with a structure that may support heart and cholesterol health.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose and plant cellulose — which are common binders and fillers.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Beta-glucans's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: enhance immune system function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Critical illness (trauma), Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Wound healing — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Lower respiratory tract infections, Otitis media, Wound healing, and more.

Beta-glucans from this product are rated Likely Effective for improving cholesterol (dyslipidemia) and supporting coronary heart disease (CHD) — that's based on clinical evidence. If heart health or cholesterol is your goal, the science backing is solid.

For other uses, we don't have effectiveness data on file.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beta-glucans

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Beta-glucans from food are generally well tolerated, but concentrated supplements like this one haven't been studied as thoroughly as whole foods, so caution is wise. In trials, oral beta-glucans were well tolerated overall; one child in a high-dose study showed temporary liver enzyme elevations a few days after starting, which reversed on its own.

There isn't enough research on supplement doses during breastfeeding to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing and thinking of taking this.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beta-glucans

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Beta-glucans.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 293 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check your blood-pressure medications and any immunosuppressants (immune-weakening drugs) before you start. Both can interact at Moderate severity — blood-pressure drugs risk getting too strong, and immunosuppressants may not work as intended.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a solid choice if you want to support heart health and cholesterol — the evidence backs it. If you take blood-pressure medications or drugs that suppress your immune system (like after transplant or for autoimmune disease), you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist first, since beta-glucans may interfere.

Start here, then bring the details to your own healthcare provider to decide if it's right for you.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 2014.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Immune Health Basics
Barcode (UPC) 666107125307
Net contents 30 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2014
DSLD ID 33786
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
666107125307
IngredientAmount% DV
Wellmune WGP75 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Plant Cellulose

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

IMMUNE HEALTH BASIC(R) with Wellmune WGP(R)

May be covered by one or more of the following patents: US 7,022,685; US 7,566,704; US 6,369,216; US 5,702,716; US 7,981,447; and patents pending.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USE: Take one capsule per day on an empty stomach or as otherwise recommended by a healthcare professional.

General Statements

Wellmune WGP is a natural ingredient that human clinical research shows can safely enhance immune system function. Published research demonstrates that people takeing Wellmune WGP reported better overall health.

Beta 1,3/1,6 Glucan

CLINICALLY PROVEN IMMUNE SUPPORT

MADE IN THE USA

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

NOTICE: Keep out of the reach of children.

Seals/Symbols

GLUCAN ENZYMATIC METHOD GEM(R) Beta Glucan Certification

wellmune wgp(R)

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

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Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Wellmune WGP

Interacts with
293 drugs
75 mg per serving Form: Baker's Yeast Beta Glucan

Beta-glucans are natural fibers found in oats, barley, mushrooms, and yeast. The strongest evidence supports the oat and barley types for modestly low...

Wellmune WGP monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Plant Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics Drug Interactions

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293Drugs
293 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Wellmune WGP2 drug types · 293 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Clinical research shows that taking beta-glucans may reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in some hypertensive individuals.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Some clinical research shows that beta-glucans have immunostimulant effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg, from the product label.

Immune Health Basics

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Name
Immune Health Basics, Inc.
Street Address
3388 Mike Collins Drive
City
Eagan
State
MN
ZipCode
55121
Phone Number
1-888-676-9678
Web Address
www.immunehealthbasics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics: Common Questions

Does Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg by Immune Health Basics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg has a known interaction with 293 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Does beta-glucan actually help cholesterol and heart health?
Yes — it's rated Likely Effective for both high cholesterol and coronary heart disease based on clinical evidence. That's one of the stronger ratings we have.
What side effects should I watch for?
Orally, beta-glucans are generally well tolerated in most people. One child in a high-dose trial had temporary liver enzyme elevations that went away on their own. Stick to the label dose unless your doctor says otherwise.
Is it safe to take while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough research on supplement doses during breastfeeding to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking it.
What is Wellmune WGP?
It's a beta-glucan — a type of soluble fiber — made from baker's yeast. Beta-glucans are known to support immune function and may help with cholesterol and heart health.
Will this interfere with my blood-pressure or immunosuppressant medications?
It may. Beta-glucans can lower blood pressure and boost immunity, so they could strengthen blood-pressure medications too much or work against drugs meant to suppress your immune system. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you take those kinds of drugs.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bakers Yeast Beta Glucan 75 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 11 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Beta-glucans 11 references
  1. Katz, D. L., Nawaz, H., Boukhalil, J., Giannamore, V., Chan, W., Ahmadi, R., and Sarrel, P. M. Acute effects of oats and vitamin E on endothelial responses to ingested fat. Am.J.Prev.Med. 2001;20(2):124-129. PubMed
  2. Keenan, J. M., Pins, J. J., Frazel, C., Moran, A., and Turnquist, L. Oat ingestion reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with mild or borderline hypertension: a pilot trial. J.Fam.Pract. 2002;51(4):369.
  3. Maki, K. C., Galant, R., Samuel, P., Tesser, J., Witchger, M. S., Ribaya-Mercado, J. D., Blumberg, J. B., and Geohas, J. Effects of consuming foods containing oat beta-glucan on blood pressure, carbohydrate metabolism and biomarkers of oxidative stress i
  4. Bergendiova, K., Tibenska, E., and Majtan, J. Pleuran (beta-glucan from Pleurotus ostreatus) supplementation, cellular immune response and respiratory tract infections in athletes. Eur.J.Appl.Physiol 2011;111(9):2033-2040.
  5. Talbott S, Talbott J. Effect of beta 1,3/1,6 glucan on respiratory tract infection symptoms and mood state in marathon athletes. J Sports Sci Med 2009;8(4):509-515.
  6. Feldman S, Schwartz HI Kalman DS Mayers A Kohrman HM Clemens R Krieger DR. Randomized phase II clinical trials of Wellmune WGP® for immune support during cold and flu season. The Journal of Applied Research 2009;9(1-2):30-42.
  7. McFarlin BK, Carpenter KC, Davidson T, McFarlin MA. Baker's yeast beta glucan supplementation increases salivary IgA and decreases cold/flu symptomatic days after intense exercise. J Diet Suppl. 2013;10(3):171-83. PubMed
  8. Jesenak M, Urbancek S, Majtan J, Banovcin P, Hercogova J. ß-Glucan-based cream (containing pleuran isolated from pleurotus ostreatus) in supportive treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis. J Dermatolog Treat 2016;27(4):351-4.
  9. Mah E, Kaden VN, Kelley KM, Liska DJ. Beverage containing dispersible yeast ß-glucan decreases cold/flu symptomatic days after intense exercise: a randomized controlled trial. J Diet Suppl 2020;17(2):200-10. PubMed
  10. Zhong K, Liu Z, Lu Y, Xu X. Effects of yeast ß-glucans for the prevention and treatment of upper respiratory tract infection in healthy subjects: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Nutr. 2021. PubMed
  11. Cardenas FI, Mauguen A, Cheung IY, et al. Phase I trial of oral yeast-derived ß-glucan to enhance anti-GD2 immunotherapy of resistant high-risk neuroblastoma. Cancers (Basel) 2021;13(24):6265. PubMed

See these in context on the Beta-glucans monograph →

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