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Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Zazzee Naturals

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg label
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Capsule Category: Fiber And Other Nutrients
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 Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Zazzee Naturals 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 Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals

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-glucans (specifically beta-1,3-1,6-D-glucan) at 1000 mg per capsule. Beta-glucans are complex carbohydrates naturally found in yeast and mushrooms that may support heart health and cholesterol.

The capsule also includes inactive ingredients — cellulose, rice powder, magnesium stearate, and silica — which are fillers and binders used to form and stabilize the capsule.

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
Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support healthy immune system and overall well-being.
  • We looked for evidence on: Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Lower respiratory tract infections, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Wound healing, Critical illness (trauma), Otitis media — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Likely Effective" for Coronary heart disease (CHD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Likely Effective" for Dyslipidemia.
  • Also on file: Beta-glucans is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Diabetes, Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Lower respiratory tract infections, and more.

Beta-glucans are likely effective for two main purposes: lowering cholesterol (dyslipidemia) and supporting heart health in coronary heart disease. The evidence comes from clinical research showing real benefits in these areas.

If cholesterol or heart health is your goal, the research backing this ingredient is solid.

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 sources are generally well tolerated, and oral supplements seem to be as well. That said, concentrated supplement doses don't have as much safety testing as whole foods do, so use caution and don't exceed recommended amounts.

In one clinical trial of children taking very high doses (120 mg per kilogram of body weight daily), one patient developed temporary liver enzyme elevations — a rare occurrence at normal supplement doses. During breastfeeding, there's little research on supplement doses specifically, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this while nursing.

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.

Before you start, double-check this product with your pharmacist if you take blood pressure-lowering medication (antihypertensives) or any drug that suppresses your immune system (immunosuppressants). Both interactions are Moderate severity and could affect how well your medication works.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This supplement is a solid choice if you're looking to support cholesterol and heart health and you don't take blood pressure medication or immune-suppressing drugs. If you're on either of those medication types, check with us first — the interaction risk is real.

For breastfeeding, get personalized advice from your pharmacist or doctor.

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 Sep 25, 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 Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Zazzee Naturals
Barcode (UPC) X0031FT5VH
Net contents 90 Veggie Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2024
DSLD ID 318706
Product type Fiber And Other Nutrients
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals, 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 Veggie Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Veggie Capsule(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
X0031FT5VH
IngredientAmount% DV
Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Rice, Powder, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 2 capsules once daily, preferably with food, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Formula

Zazzee Naturals Extra Strength Beta Glucans is an all-natural supplement commonly used to support a healthy immune system and overall well-being. For maximum efficiency, this product contains both 1/3 and 1/6 Glucans, and provides 100% Beta D-Glucans for a total dosage of 1000 mg.

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1,3/1,6 100% 1000 mg per serving Providing 100% Beta Glucans

Precautions

Warnings: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

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

Do not eat freshness packet.

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

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle.

General Statements

Please recycle.

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.

Formulation

Supports a healthy immune system Supports overall well-being

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

Made with non GMO ingredients

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Good Manufacturing Practice GMP Consistent Quality Made in USA

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Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals label

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Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals

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

Serving size2 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.

Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan

Interacts with
293 drugs
1000 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-D-Glucan monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan 293

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg interact with 293 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 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.

Beta-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan2 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-1,3-1,6-D-Glucan full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg, from the product label.

Zazzee Naturals

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Name
Zazzee Naturals
Street Address
400 Rella Blvd Ste 123 Box 182
City
Montebello
State
NY
Web Address
ZazzeeNaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals: Common Questions

Does Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg by Zazzee Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 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?
Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 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.
Will this lower my blood pressure?
Beta-glucans may reduce blood pressure in some people, especially those with high blood pressure. That's why it matters to tell your pharmacist if you're already on blood pressure medication — the combination could drop your pressure too low.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Beta-glucans from food are safe long-term, but concentrated supplements don't have as much long-term testing. Stick to the recommended dose and talk with your pharmacist if you plan to take it indefinitely.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
There isn't enough research on supplement doses during breastfeeding to know for sure either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking this while nursing.
What is beta-glucan and where does it come from?
Beta-glucans are natural carbohydrates found mainly in yeast and mushrooms. They're used in this supplement because research shows they may help with cholesterol and heart health.
Are there any common side effects?
Oral beta-glucans are generally well tolerated. When applied to skin, some people have reported mild, self-limiting reactions like contact dermatitis, but these are uncommon with oral supplements.

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The Full Monographs Behind Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 mg’s Ingredients

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

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

Extra Strength Beta Glucans 1000 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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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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