{"product_id":"deep-heat-rub-thermal-treatment-agent-100g","title":"DEEP HEAT RUB thermal treatment agent 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep 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).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethyl salicylate 12.80%, menthol 5.91%, eucalyptus oil 1.97%, turpentine oil 1.47% w\/w\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubefacient (warming) topical rub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream, massaged into the skin over the painful area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelieves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuscular aches and pains, backache, stiffness, fibrositis, lumbago, sciatica, and the discomfort of strains and sprains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults and children aged 12 and over; online purchase 16 and over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWays Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdults and people aged 12 and over with muscular aches, backache or stiffness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want a warming rub to massage into tired or strained muscles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who prefer a topical product to oral painkillers for everyday muscle pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRead the patient information leaflet before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMake sure the skin is clean and dry, then apply a small amount to the affected area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGently massage in until absorbed. A warming sensation is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse up to 2 to 3 times a day as needed, and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not apply heat such as a hot water bottle to the treated area. If symptoms persist or worsen, speak to your pharmacist or doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Deep Heat work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a hot water bottle with Deep Heat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I not put Deep Heat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan children use Deep Heat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor external use only. Do not use on broken or irritated skin, or near the eyes, nose or mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not apply additional heat to the treated area, and stop if the skin becomes very red, sore or blistered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash your hands thoroughly after applying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeek advice if you suffer from allergies, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if symptoms persist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore below 25 degrees Celsius, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/sprains-and-strains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNHS — Sprains and strains\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/search?q=deep+heat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDeep Heat Rub Patient Information Leaflet via emc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does Deep Heat work?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is a rubefacient, meaning its ingredients create a warming sensation on the skin when rubbed in. 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Suspected side effects can be reported via the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card Scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Heat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40032889929792,"sku":"OP10021S","price":5.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7828\/7680\/products\/deepheateffective_33d77549-ef95-46d9-a97e-a08ee362d128.png?v=1676199448","url":"https:\/\/wayspharmacy.com\/en\/products\/deep-heat-rub-thermal-treatment-agent-100g","provider":"Ways Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}