Description

Deep Freeze Cold Spray is a topical analgesic spray that delivers a rapid cooling sensation (“cold therapy”) to temporarily relieve muscle, joint, tendon, and soft-tissue pain such as stiffness, sprains, strains, bruises, and aches. It mimics the effect of an ice pack to reduce pain and swelling at the application site.

 Prescription

  Deep Freeze Cold Spray is usually available over-the-counter (OTC) as a non-medicinal topical pain relief product.

Therapeutic Category

Topical analgesic / cold therapy product for musculoskeletal pain relief.

Active Ingredients/Composition:

The key active cooling agent in most Deep Freeze spray formulations is:

• Menthol (e.g., ~1–2% w/w) — provides the cooling sensation that helps numb pain.

Other ingredients commonly present include:

• Alcohol denat.
• Propylene glycol
• Menthone glycerin acetal
  Nitrogen / aerosol propellants
  In some versions: Pentane, Butane, Isobutane as propellants.
  

Variant

• Aerosol cold spray (often 72.5 ml or 150 ml cans).
  

Consume Type

External topical spray only — sprayed onto the skin. Not for ingestion or internal use.

Directions/Usage:

• Shake well before use.
• Hold the can about 10–15 cm (≈6 inches) from the affected area.
• Spray in 2–3 short bursts over the area needing relief.
  Use as needed but do not exceed recommended frequency (e.g., up to ~3 times daily).
• Allow the spray to dry naturally — do not rub it in.
  

Common Side Effects

Temporary skin reactions may occur at the application site:

• Skin irritation or redness
• Mild burning or stinging sensation
• Rarely, allergic reactions (rash, swelling) — discontinue use if this happens.

Package Type

• Pressurised aerosol canister (e.g., 72.5 ml, 150 ml).
  

Storage Advice

• Store in a cool, dry place below ~30 °C.
• Protect from sunlight and heat.
• Do not pierce or burn the container, even after use — device is pressurised.
  Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice

•  For external use only.
    Do not spray near eyes, nose, mouth, or genitals.
  Avoid use on broken, irritated, inflamed, or infected skin.
  Do not inhale the spray and use in a well-ventilated area.
    Flammable — keep away from open flames, sparks, hot surfaces, and do not smoke while using.
    Not recommended for children under ~6 years without professional guidance.
  Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: consult a health professional before use.

Product Substitutes

Other topical cooling sprays or analgesic sprays can offer similar pain relief, such as:

• Deep Freeze Cold Gel (gel formulation with menthol)
• Other cold or cryo-sprays used for sports injuries
• Menthol-based liniments or creams (e.g., Biofreeze, sports rubs)
  Substitutes should be selected based on symptoms and individual tolerance.
  

Manufacturer/Marketer

Deep Freeze products are made for The Mentholatum Company Limited (a subsidiary of Rohto Pharmaceutical), originally in the UK (e.g., for Tesco stock).
Local distributors/marketers may vary by country.

Country of Origin

For many international retail packs, manufactured for The Mentholatum Co. Ltd., East Kilbride, Scotland, UK.