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Colostrum with Beta Glucan Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Colostrum with Beta Glucan 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Colostrum with Beta Glucan is a dietary supplement by DC with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for iron deficiency and anemia support, immune support, 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 Glucan 1,3. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 12, 2026

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This supplement contains 3 active ingredients. Lactoferrin is a naturally occurring protein found in milk and other body fluids — it plays a role in immune function and iron transport.

Beta Glucan 1,3 is a type of soluble fiber derived from yeast and other sources, known for supporting immune and cardiovascular health. The third ingredient is Colostrum, the nutrient-rich fluid produced in early milk, though we don't have detailed information about its specific role in this formulation.

The capsules also contain inactive ingredients (gelatin, vegetable cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silica) that help form and stabilize the supplement.

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 its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports its ingredients 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 ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Coronary heart disease (CHD) — rated "Likely Effective" (Beta-glucans) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Dyslipidemia — rated "Likely Effective" (Beta-glucans) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Pregnancy-related iron deficiency — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactoferrin) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Sepsis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactoferrin) (Natural Medicines).

Beta Glucan 1,3 is rated Likely Effective for managing dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels) and for supporting heart health in coronary heart disease. Lactoferrin shows mixed evidence: it's rated Possibly Effective for sepsis (severe bloodstream infection) and pregnancy-related iron deficiency, but Likely Ineffective for reducing fetal and premature infant mortality and for necrotizing enterocolitis (a serious condition in newborns).

We don't have effectiveness data on file for Colostrum.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactoferrin 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.

Lactoferrin is generally well tolerated at typical doses. The most common side effects are diarrhea and constipation — though less frequent than with other iron supplements.

At higher doses (7.2 grams daily), some people report anorexia, fatigue, and chills. Long-term safety data are limited, so we recommend short-term use.

Beta Glucan 1,3 from food sources is well tolerated by most people, but concentrated supplement doses lack good safety data — use caution here. When applied to skin, beta-glucans have caused contact dermatitis and mild skin reactions in some trial participants.

In rare cases, oral beta-glucans at very high doses showed temporary liver enzyme elevation. Lactoferrin is rated Likely Safe in pregnancy and Possibly Safe in other pregnancy contexts, though full safety isn't established — use only under medical supervision.

It's rated Likely Safe while breastfeeding, though supplement safety during breastfeeding isn't well studied. We don't have pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for Beta Glucan 1,3 or Colostrum — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactoferrin 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 2 matched ingredients 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 medications before starting, especially: blood pressure drugs (Moderate interaction with beta-glucans — risk of blood pressure dropping too low) and immunosuppressants (Moderate interaction — may interfere with immune-suppressing therapy). Use the search tool on this page to verify your exact prescriptions.

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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.

This product may help with cholesterol and heart health, thanks to beta-glucans. If you take blood pressure medications or immunosuppressants, check with your pharmacist first — this supplement might affect how they work.

For pregnancy, breastfeeding, or long-term use, get personalized guidance from your healthcare provider.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2022.

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 Colostrum with Beta Glucan, straight from the product label.

Brand DC
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2022
DSLD ID 266567
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC, 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
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactoferrin4 mg--
Colostrum1000 mg--
Beta Glucan 1,310 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules twice daily, preferably on an empty stomach with 8 oz. of water.

Precautions

Tamper Evident: Do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Caution: If you are pregnant or nursing do not take this product.

Do not take this product if you are sensitive to dairy products.

Contains milk & soy ingredients.

Formulation

FDA Registered Facility (Registration #1023013) Mfg. under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Free of synthetic hormones, pesticides and antibiotics.

Made in USA

Gluten free

Nutritional support for a healthy immune system

Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration for maximum bioavailability.

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees - 86 degrees F (15 degrees to 30 degrees C).

Brand IP Statement(s)

ColostruMune is a trademark of Sterling Technologies.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

Quali Pure

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC label

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Colostrum with Beta Glucan label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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.

Lactoferrin

No known
interactions
4 mg per serving

Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein found naturally in milk and other body fluids, and supplements are usually made from cow's milk or rice. It is...

Lactoferrin monograph & interactions

Colostrum

1000 mg per serving Form: IgG

Beta Glucan 1,3

Interacts with
293 drugs
10 mg per serving Form: Baker's Yeast

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 Glucan 1,3 monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC Drug Interactions

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293Drugs
293 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Beta Glucan 1,3 293

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Colostrum with Beta Glucan interact with 293 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Colostrum with Beta Glucan interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Beta Glucan 1,3

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Colostrum with Beta Glucan 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.

Beta Glucan 1,32 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
Beta Glucan 1,3 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Colostrum with Beta Glucan, from the product label.

DC

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Name
Dee Cee Laboratories, Inc.
Street Address
304 Dee Cee Ct.
City
White House
State
TN
ZipCode
37188
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Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC: Common Questions

Does Colostrum with Beta Glucan by DC interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Colostrum with Beta Glucan 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?
Colostrum with Beta Glucan contains 3 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Lactoferrin is rated Likely or Possibly Safe in pregnancy, but full safety isn't established — use only under medical supervision. We don't have pregnancy safety data for Beta Glucan 1,3 or Colostrum. Talk with your doctor before starting, especially during pregnancy.
Is it safe to take while breastfeeding?
Lactoferrin is rated Likely Safe while breastfeeding, though supplement safety isn't well studied. We have little research on Beta Glucan 1,3 and Colostrum during breastfeeding, so caution is advised. Check with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized guidance.
What are the most common side effects?
Lactoferrin may cause diarrhea or constipation, especially at higher doses — but these are less common than with other iron supplements. Beta-glucans are generally well tolerated when taken orally. At very high doses or on skin, side effects are rare but can include mild contact dermatitis.
Does this actually work for cholesterol and heart health?
Beta Glucan 1,3 is rated Likely Effective for managing abnormal cholesterol levels and supporting heart health in coronary artery disease. Lactoferrin's evidence for infection and iron deficiency in pregnancy is mixed — rated Possibly Effective for those uses, but Likely Ineffective for preventing infant mortality or bowel inflammation.
How long can I safely take this?
Lactoferrin is generally well tolerated short-term, but long-term safety data are limited — we recommend short-term use and talking with your pharmacist about how long is right for you. Beta-glucans from food are safe, but concentrated supplement safety data are sparse, so caution is advised for extended use.
What's in the capsule besides the active ingredients?
The capsule itself is made of gelatin, and the formulation includes vegetable cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silica — these are inactive ingredients that help form and stabilize the supplement.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Colostrum with Beta Glucan’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Lactoferrin

Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein found naturally in milk and other body fluids, and supplements are usually made from cow's milk or rice. It is being studied for immune support, iron l...

Read the full Lactoferrin monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Beta-glucans

Interacts with 293 drugs

Beta-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

Sources & How We Checked

Colostrum with Beta Glucan'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 17 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.

Lactoferrin 6 references
  1. Food and Drug Administration, CFSAN/Office of Food Additive Safety. Agency Response Letter GRAS Notice No. GRN 000130. 2003. Available at: http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~rdb/opa-g130.html (Accessed 29 June 2005).
  2. Okada S, Tanaka K, Sato T, et al. Dose-response trial of lactoferrin in patients with chronic hepatitis C. Jpn J Cancer Res 2002;93:1063-9. PubMed
  3. Abu Hashim H, Foda O, Ghayaty E. Lactoferrin or ferrous salts for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy: A meta-analysis of randomized trials. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2017;219:45-52. PubMed
  4. Tarnow-Mordi WO, Abdel-Latif ME, Martin A, et al. The effect of lactoferrin supplementation on death or major morbidity in very low birthweight infants (LIFT): a multicentre, double-blind, randomised controlled trial. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2020 Jun PubMed
  5. ELFIN trial investigators group. Enteral lactoferrin supplementation for very preterm infants: a randomised placebo-controlled trial. Lancet. 2019 Feb 2;393(10170):423-433. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32221-9.
  6. Lepanto MS, Rosa L, Cutone A, Conte MP, Paesano R, Valenti P. Efficacy of lactoferrin oral administration in the treatment of anemia and anemia of inflammation in pregnant and non-pregnant women: An interventional study. Front Immunol. 2018 Sep 21;9:2123. PubMed

See these in context on the Lactoferrin 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&reg; 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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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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