Beta-Glucans 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by LuckyVitamin
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta-Glucans 250 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
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.
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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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
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
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.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
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.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
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.
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.
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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
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 |
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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
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| ImmunEnhancer | 400 mg | -- |
| Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate
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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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View the full label (PDF)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 with121 drugs
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 & interactionsBeta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder
Interacts with293 drugs
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 & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin contains two active ingredients that each interact with immunosuppressant drugs.
The most serious concern is a Moderate interaction: both larch arabinogalactan and beta-glucans may theoretically interfere with immunosuppression therapy because they have immunostimulant effects — meaning they rev up your immune system, which is the opposite of what these medications are trying to do. Immunosuppressants include azathioprine (Imuran), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), tacrolimus (Prograf), mycophenolate (CellCept), and several others used after organ transplant or for autoimmune conditions.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Beta-glucans also carries a Moderate interaction with blood pressure medications (antihypertensives). Clinical research shows beta-glucans can lower blood pressure in some people, so combining it with a drug that's already lowering your pressure might cause your blood pressure to drop too far.
Altogether, these interactions span 293 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to verify your exact prescriptions before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Beta-Glucans 250 mg interact with 293 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Beta-Glucans 250 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan, Powder ImmunEnhancer
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + 6-mercaptopurine interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Abrocitinib interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Abrocitinib interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Acebutolol interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Acetazolamide interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-adaz interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-adbm interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-afzb interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-atto interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Alefacept interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Alemtuzumab interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Alemtuzumab interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Aliskiren interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Ammonium Chloride interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionAntithymocyte GlobulinThymoglobulin
How Antithymocyte Globulin interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ImmunenhancerImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, larch arabinogalactan might interfere with immunosuppression therapy due to immunostimulant effects.
Read the full Immunenhancer + Antithymocyte Globulin interactionBeta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Antithymocyte Globulin interactionAprocitentanTryvio
How Aprocitentan interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Aprocitentan interactionAtenololAtenix, Tenormin
How Atenolol interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Atenolol interactionAtenolol, ChlortalidoneAtenixCo, Tenoret 50, Totaretic
How Atenolol, Chlortalidone interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Atenolol, Chlortalidone interactionAtenolol, ChlorthalidoneTenoretic
How Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interacts with Beta-Glucans 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan, Powder + Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interactionEach 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, Powder
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.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Some clinical research shows that beta-glucans have immunostimulant effects.
ImmunEnhancer
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Beta-Glucans 250 mg, from the product label.
LuckyVitamin
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- Lucky Health Group Inc.
- City
- Conshohocken
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 19428
- Phone Number
- 1-888-635-0474
- Web Address
- www.LuckyVitamin.com
Beta-Glucans 250 mg by LuckyVitamin: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Beta-Glucans 250 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Larch Arabinogalactan
Interacts with 121 drugsLarch arabinogalactan is a soluble fiber from larch trees that is mainly used as a prebiotic and for immune support. Early research is interesting but limited, and most claims are not yet fi...
Read the full Larch Arabinogalactan monograph → Herb & supplement monographBeta-glucans
Interacts with 293 drugsBeta-glucans are natural fibers found in oats, barley, mushrooms, and yeast. The strongest evidence supports the oat and barley types for modestly lowering cholesterol and blood sugar, while...
Read the full Beta-glucans monograph →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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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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
- D'Adamo P. Larch arabinogalactan. J Naturopath Med 1996;6:33-7.
- Kelly GS. Larch arabinogalactan: Clinical relevance of a novel immune-enhancing polysaccharide. Alt Med Rev 1999;4:96-103.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
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Beta-glucans 11 references
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
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