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Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Transfer Point

Capsule Category: Fiber And Other Nutrients
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg is a dietary supplement by Transfer Point 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 Glucan 300. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point

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 one active ingredient: beta-glucan (300 mg per capsule, also called Glucan 300), a type of soluble fiber extracted from yeast or fungi. Beta-glucans are also found naturally in foods like oats, barley, and mushrooms — they've been studied for their effects on heart health and cholesterol.

The capsule itself is made with microcrystalline cellulose (a plant-derived filler), hypromellose (a coating agent), and water.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Beta-glucans's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Beta-glucans for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Coronary heart disease (CHD) — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Dyslipidemia — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Beta-glucans are rated Likely Effective for two key areas: lowering cholesterol (dyslipidemia) and supporting heart health in people with coronary heart disease. The research supporting these uses is solid enough that they're considered probable, not just possible.

If you're looking at this supplement for other purposes, the evidence we hold on file doesn't establish effectiveness for those.

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 by most people. However, concentrated supplements like this one lack the long-term safety data that food sources have, so use caution and start carefully.

In trials, oral beta-glucans were generally well tolerated; one case reported mild, reversible liver enzyme elevations in a child taking a very high dose. There isn't enough research on supplement doses during breastfeeding to know whether it's safe, so talk that over with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing.

Pregnancy safety data isn't on file for this ingredient.

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 before you start if you're on antihypertensive drugs (Moderate severity) — beta-glucans may lower blood pressure further. Also check if you're taking immunosuppressants (Moderate severity) — beta-glucans may interfere with how well they work.

Use the search tool on this page to confirm your exact medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're managing high cholesterol or heart disease and want to explore beta-glucans, this supplement has solid research behind it — but it does interact with blood pressure and immune-suppressing medications. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist first if you take either of those drug types, and also discuss whether this is the right addition for your situation.

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 Aug 22, 2024.

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 Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Transfer Point
Barcode (UPC) 856050000015
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2024
DSLD ID 313970
Product type Fiber And Other Nutrients
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
856050000015
IngredientAmount% DV
Glucan 300200 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose, Water

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Label statements
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Formula

Glucan 300: Highest purity of Beta 1,3D Glucan. Derived from the cell wall of Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg each

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 2 capsules once per day on an empty stomach, then wait 30 minutes before eating or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Formulation

Non-GMO

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Patent Protected

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Storage

Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

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Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Glucan 300

Interacts with
293 drugs
200 mg per serving Form: Beta 1,3 D-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...

Glucan 300 monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point 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 Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 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.

Glucan 3002 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 Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg, from the product label.

Transfer Point

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Name
Transfer Point, Inc.
City
Columbia
State
SC
ZipCode
29212
Phone Number
803.932.2134
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point: Common Questions

Does Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 mg by Transfer Point interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 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?
Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 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.
Can I take this if I'm on blood pressure medication?
Not without checking first — beta-glucans can lower blood pressure on their own, so combining them with blood pressure drugs could drop it too low. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this to your routine.
Will this interfere with my immunosuppressant medication?
Possibly, yes. Beta-glucans stimulate immune activity, which could work against immunosuppressants (used after transplants or for some autoimmune diseases). Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Is beta-glucan actually effective for cholesterol and heart health?
Yes — the evidence is solid enough that beta-glucans are rated Likely Effective for lowering cholesterol and supporting heart health in people with coronary heart disease. That's the research we have on file for this ingredient.
What are the side effects?
Oral beta-glucans are generally well tolerated, with no major side effects in most people. One uncommon case involved mild, temporary liver enzyme changes in a child on a very high dose. If you notice unusual fatigue, yellowing skin, or dark urine, stop and contact your doctor.
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 to decide whether it's right for you.
What exactly is in each capsule besides the beta-glucan?
Each capsule has 100 mg of beta-glucan plus inactive ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose (a plant filler), hypromellose (a coating), and water. No added dyes, preservatives, or other extras beyond what's needed to make the capsule.

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The Full Monographs Behind Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 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

Beta 1,3D Glucan 100 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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