Deep Heat Rub is a topical warming cream containing methyl salicylate 12.80% w/w, menthol 5.91% w/w, eucalyptus oil 1.97% w/w and turpentine oil 1.47% w/w, rubbed into the skin to produce a warming sensation that helps relieve muscular aches and stiffness, supplied in a 100g tube by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Active ingredients | Methyl salicylate 12.80%, menthol 5.91%, eucalyptus oil 1.97%, turpentine oil 1.47% w/w |
|---|---|
| Type | Rubefacient (warming) topical rub |
| Format | Cream, massaged into the skin over the painful area |
| Pack size | 100g tube |
| Relieves | Muscular aches and pains, backache, stiffness, fibrositis, lumbago, sciatica, and the discomfort of strains and sprains |
| Age | Adults and children aged 12 and over; online purchase 16 and over |
| Sold by | Ways Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered) |
Who it is for
- Adults and people aged 12 and over with muscular aches, backache or stiffness
- People who want a warming rub to massage into tired or strained muscles
- People who prefer a topical product to oral painkillers for everyday muscle pain
Not suitable for: children under 12; anyone allergic to any of the ingredients; and use on broken, irritated or sensitive skin, or near the eyes, mouth or other mucous membranes. Speak to your pharmacist or doctor first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use at the same time as a heat pad or hot water bottle, as this can cause burns.
How to use
- Read the patient information leaflet before you start.
- Make sure the skin is clean and dry, then apply a small amount to the affected area.
- Gently massage in until absorbed. A warming sensation is normal.
- Use up to 2 to 3 times a day as needed, and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.
- Do not apply heat such as a hot water bottle to the treated area. If symptoms persist or worsen, speak to your pharmacist or doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How does Deep Heat work?
It is a rubefacient, meaning its ingredients create a warming sensation on the skin when rubbed in. This warmth can help soothe and distract from muscular aches and stiffness in the area.
Can I use a hot water bottle with Deep Heat?
No. Do not apply extra heat such as a hot water bottle, heat pad or hot bath to skin treated with Deep Heat, because this can increase the warming effect too much and cause skin burns.
Where should I not put Deep Heat?
Do not apply it to broken, irritated or sensitive skin, or near the eyes, mouth, nose or other mucous membranes. Wash your hands thoroughly after use so you do not transfer it to these areas.
Can children use Deep Heat?
It is suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over. It should not be used on children under 12, and you must be 16 or over to buy it online.
Safety & storage
- For external use only. Do not use on broken or irritated skin, or near the eyes, nose or mouth.
- Do not apply additional heat to the treated area, and stop if the skin becomes very red, sore or blistered.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after applying.
- Seek advice if you suffer from allergies, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if symptoms persist.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.
References
This page provides factual information about an over-the-counter topical product. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If symptoms persist or you are unsure whether this product is right for you, speak to a pharmacist. Suspected side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
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