Description

Deep Heat Muscle Rescue Heat Spray is a topical warming analgesic spray that provides heat therapy to help relieve muscle aches, stiffness, tight and tense muscles, and discomfort associated with everyday exertion and exercise. It works by producing a warming sensation that increases blood flow to the area, helping relax muscles and ease discomfort.

Prescription

 Deep Heat Muscle Rescue Heat Spray is generally sold as an over-the-counter topical pain-relief product for symptomatic relief and does not require a prescription.

Therapeutic Category

Topical analgesic / heat therapy product for musculoskeletal pain relief.

Active Ingredients/Composition

This product uses natural and warming ingredients to produce a heat effect:

• Alcohol denat. – solvent and carrier
• Propylene glycol – carrier
  Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil – aromatic and soothing
  Gaultheria procumbens (wintergreen) leaf oil – warming aromatic oil
• Vanillyl butyl ether – generates warming sensation
• Limonene, linalool, geraniol – fragrance/essential oil components
• Nitrogen – propellant for spray delivery

Variant

Aerosol heat spray packaged in a pressurised can, typically 72.5 ml or similar size. Variations may exist depending on market packaging.

Consume Type

External topical spray — sprayed onto the skin. Not for ingestion, mucous membranes, eyes or internal use.

Directions/Usage

• Shake well before use.
• Hold the can about 15 cm (6 inches) from the skin.
• Spray in 2–3 short bursts onto the affected area.
• Use as required, allowing the warm sensation to relax muscles.
• Apply sparingly at first and wait ~15 minutes before reapplying if stronger warmth is desired.

Common Side Effects

Common mild skin responses may include:

• Skin redness or slight irritation
• Burning or warming sensation (intended effect but may be perceived as mild discomfort)
• Itching in sensitive individuals

Rare but possible reactions:

• Blisters or more severe irritation if applied excessively, especially over broken skin or covered areas.

Package Type

Pressurised aerosol spray can containing liquid formulation with a spray nozzle.

Storage Advice

• Store below ~30 °C (room temperature).
  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.
• Do not pierce or burn even after use — can is flammable.
  
• Keep out of reach of children.
  

Safety Advice

•  External use only — do not spray on open wounds, broken, irritated, or sensitive skin like the face/genitals
  
•  Do not inhale directly or spray near eyes, nose, or mouth
  
•  Do not use with heat sources (heating pads) or occlusive dressings — this can increase risk of burns/chemical irritation
  
• Avoid use if allergic to any ingredients
  
• Not recommended for children under 12 years
  
•  Consult a doctor / pharmacist before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, asthmatic, or on other medications
  
• Extremely flammable — do not use near flame or while smoking
  
•  If redness, blistering, severe burning, or rash develops, discontinue use and seek medical advice.

Product Substitutes

Other topical analgesic products that provide warming relief include (varies by region and formulation):

• Deep Heat Rub or Gel (other Deep Heat formulations)
• Herbal warming topical products (e.g., Tiger Balm Warm/Citronella heat rub)

• Other heat therapy sprays or liniments with warming agents (e.g., menthol, methyl salicylate)

Choose substitutes based on your symptoms, area of pain, and personal tolerance to ingredients.

Manufacturer/Marketer

Deep Heat Muscle Rescue Heat Spray is marketed under the Deep Heat brand, manufactured for distributors by The Mentholatum Company Ltd (a subsidiary of Rohto Pharmaceutical), originally UK and Irish operations referenced for Deep Heat products.

Country of Origin

According to packaging info for similar retail packs, the product is made/filled for Mentholatum in Europe, e.g., Portugal or UK/IE packaging — check your specific can label for exact origin on your bottle.