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Beta-Glucans 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by LuckyVitamin

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

Beta-Glucans 250 mg is a dietary supplement by LuckyVitamin with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, cold and flu prevention, digestive and gut health.Based on those ingredients, 293 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder, ImmunEnhancer. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains two active ingredients: larch arabinogalactan (branded here as ImmunEnhancer) and beta-1,3-1,6-glucan powder. Both are types of carbohydrates derived from natural sources — larch arabinogalactan from larch tree wood, and beta-glucans from sources like baker's yeast or certain mushrooms.

The capsule itself is made from hypromellose (a plant-based material), with cellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients to help the capsule hold together and move through manufacturing.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune system support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Common cold, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Lower respiratory tract infections, Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Critical illness (trauma), Wound healing — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Larch Arabinogalactan is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Common cold (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Lower respiratory tract infections, Wound healing, and more.

The evidence for these ingredients differs. Beta-glucans is rated Likely Effective for two heart-related conditions: dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels) and coronary heart disease.

For larch arabinogalactan, the data we hold shows Insufficient Reliable Evidence for both the common cold and high cholesterol — meaning studies haven't yet established whether it works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Larch Arabinogalactan 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Both ingredients are generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. Some people report bloating and flatulence, especially with larch arabinogalactan (which acts as a fiber).

The main caution: long-term safety data for these supplements are limited, and beta-glucans in concentrated supplement form haven't been studied as thoroughly as food-source beta-glucans. For pregnancy and lactation, the data we hold don't provide enough information to say whether either ingredient is safe — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about using this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Larch Arabinogalactan 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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Larch Arabinogalactan, 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.

Before you start this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any immunosuppressant drugs (like cyclosporine, tacrolimus, mycophenolate, or azathioprine) or blood pressure medications — both are Moderate concerns with the ingredients here.

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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.

If you take immunosuppressants (after a transplant or for an autoimmune condition) or blood pressure medications, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product. Beta-glucans shows promise for cholesterol and heart health, but larch arabinogalactan's effectiveness for colds and cholesterol hasn't been proven.

Generally well tolerated, though long-term safety data are sparse.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 2023.

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-Glucans 250 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand LuckyVitamin
Barcode (UPC) 810026421440
Net contents 60 Veg Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2023
DSLD ID 283121
Product type Fiber And Other Nutrients
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin, 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 Veg Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Veg Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
810026421440
IngredientAmount% DV
ImmunEnhancer400 mg--
Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 2 capsules 1 to 3 times daily.

Formula

Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan (Beta-Glucans) is a bioactive carbohydrate derived from the cell wall of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as bakers' yeast. Scientific studies have shown that Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan supports a healthy immune system through its ability to maintain several aspects of the body's normal immune functions. Our Beta-Glucans is completed with ImmunEnhancer, a high molecular weight polysaccharide extracted from the larch tree that has been studied for its ability to promote a healthy immune response.

With ImmunEnhancer

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Caution: For adults only.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Formulation

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Supports normal immune function

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Vegan

Seals/Symbols

Guaranteed Quality & Potency

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

ImmunEnhancer is a Lonza trademark.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

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Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

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

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

ImmunEnhancer

Interacts with
121 drugs
400 mg per serving Form: Arabinogalactan

Larch arabinogalactan is a soluble fiber from larch trees that is mainly used as a prebiotic and for immune support. Early research is interesting but...

ImmunEnhancer monograph & interactions

Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder

Interacts with
293 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Saccharomyces cerevisiae

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

Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin 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-Glucans 250 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder2 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

ImmunEnhancer1 drug type · 121 drugs

Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects. Immunosuppressant drugs include azathioprine (Imuran), basiliximab (Simulect), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), daclizumab (Zenapax), muromonab-CD3 (OKT3, Orthoclone OKT3), mycophenolate (CellCept), tacrolimus (FK506, Prograf), sirolimus (Rapamune), prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone), corticosteroids (glucocorticoids), and other drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Beta-Glucans 250 mg, from the product label.

LuckyVitamin

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Name
Lucky Health Group Inc.
City
Conshohocken
State
PA
ZipCode
19428
Phone Number
1-888-635-0474
Web Address
www.LuckyVitamin.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin: Common Questions

Does Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Beta-Glucans 250 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-Glucans 250 mg contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Will this help my cholesterol or heart health?
Beta-glucans is rated Likely Effective for both high cholesterol (dyslipidemia) and coronary heart disease, so there's solid evidence for those uses. Larch arabinogalactan, the other ingredient, doesn't have established evidence for either condition in our data.
What's larch arabinogalactan, and why is it in here?
It's a type of carbohydrate fiber extracted from larch tree wood. The theory is that it supports immune function, though we don't have reliable evidence it prevents colds or improves cholesterol.
Can this cause side effects?
Both ingredients are generally well tolerated. The most common side effect is bloating and flatulence because larch arabinogalactan acts as a fiber. In one trial of beta-glucans, one patient developed temporary liver enzyme elevations; this is rare.
Is it safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The data we hold don't provide enough information to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
What are the inactive ingredients, and are there fillers?
The inactive ingredients are hypromellose, cellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate — these are standard capsule materials and processing aids. Yes, there are inactive ingredients, but they're typical for capsule supplements.

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Sources & How We Checked

Beta-Glucans 250 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.

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The 19 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.

Larch Arabinogalactan 8 references
  1. D'Adamo P. Larch arabinogalactan. J Naturopath Med 1996;6:33-7.
  2. Kelly GS. Larch arabinogalactan: Clinical relevance of a novel immune-enhancing polysaccharide. Alt Med Rev 1999;4:96-103.
  3. Marett R, Slavin JL. No long-term benefits of supplementation with arabinogalactan on serum lipids and glucose. J Am Diet Assoc 2004;104:636-9.
  4. Robinson RR, Feirtag J, Slavin JL. Effects of dietary arabinogalactan on gastrointestinal and blood parameters in healthy human subjects. J Am Coll Nutr 2001;20:279-85. PubMed
  5. Udani JK, Singh BB, Barrett ML, Singh VJ. Proprietary arabinogalactan extract increases antibody response to the pneumonia vaccine: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, pilot study in healthy volunteers. Nutr J 2010;9:32. PubMed
  6. Grube B, Stier H, Riede L, Gruenwald J. Tolerability of a proprietary larch arabinogalactan extract: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in healthy subjects. Food Nutr Sci 2012;3:1533-8. DOI
  7. Dion C, Chappuis E, Ripoll C. Does larch arabinogalactan enhance immune function? A review of mechanistic and clinical trials. Nutr Metab (Lond) 2016;13:28. PubMed
  8. Riede L, Grube B, Gruenwald J. Larch arabinogalactan effects on reducing incidence of upper respiratory tract infections. Curr Med Res Opin 2013;29(3):251-8.

See these in context on the Larch Arabinogalactan monograph →

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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