11 best warming ointments

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Warming ointments are a type of medicine that locally increases the temperature in tissues and increases blood flow to them. They also help achieve the following effects:

1. local pain relief;
2. reduction of edema;
3. relieving spasms;
4. activation of blood circulation in muscle fibers;
5. reduce inflammation;
6. regeneration of damaged tissues.

Athletes use them to prevent injury and sprains. And also warming ointments are indispensable in the complex therapy of patients with chronic inflammatory processes and other pathological changes affecting joints or ligaments. Our experts have compiled a rating of the best of them, which are produced by foreign and domestic manufacturers.

Rating of the best warming ointments

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best imported warming ointments	1	Nikoflex	287 r
	2	Capsicam	259 r
	3	Finalgon	328 RUB
	4	Viprosal B	299 r
	5	Apizartron	287 r
	6	Deep Hit	323 r
	7	Gay ben	296 r
The best Russian warming ointments	1	Espol	150
	2	Salvisar	233 r
	3	Bom benge	RUB 29
	4	Gavkamen	42 RUB

The best imported warming ointments

Foreign manufacturers have succeeded in producing warming ointments. As the main active ingredients, they use burning components that quickly penetrate into tissues (snake or bee venom, mustard or pepper extracts).

Nikoflex

Rating: 4.9

The Hungarian combined ointment Nikoflex occupies the first position in the rating. It contains: natural capsaicin (capsicum alkaloid), ethyl nicotinate, hydroxyethyl salicylate. These substances cause prolonged expansion of superficial vessels in the area of ​​application, hyperthermia of the skin with a pronounced rush of heat.

This warming ointment is used to treat adults and children from 12 years of age. From 6 to 12 years old, the drug is used with caution. The tool has proven itself well in the treatment of bruises, sprains, myalgia, neuralgia, arthrosis and other pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. Apply ointment to intact skin 1-2 times a day. Previously, the skin is washed with warm water and soap and wiped dry.

According to reviews, Nikoflex has a specific, but tolerable odor. The drug acts delicately, even if you overdo it and squeeze out more funds than necessary. Our experts have included this warming ointment in the rating of the best, since it has practically no contraindications, is quickly absorbed, and does not leave greasy marks. Along with the distracting effect, it relieves pain and inflammation.

Advantages

• absorbs quickly;
• effectively warms up;
• relieves pain;
• when used correctly, it does not cause side effects.

disadvantages

• no spatula for application included;
• specific smell.

Capsicam

Rating: 4.8

The second position of the rating is occupied by Kapsikam ointment, produced in Latvia. This combined preparation contains 5 active ingredients: dimethyl sulfoxide, camphor, turpentine, benzyl nicotinate, nonivamide. This combination of substances has a vasodilating, irritating and warming effect.

Within 2-3 hours after application, the skin temperature rises by 1-2 ° C. The pain disappears in 30-40 minutes. The analgesic effect lasts up to 3-6 hours. Capsicam is effective for muscle, joint pain, and is also used as a warming ointment for athletes. Some people use this product to combat cellulite. It is not used to treat children.

Reviews of Kapsikam ointment are mostly positive. Despite the specific smell, patients praise it very much for its effectiveness. This ointment is deservedly in the rating of the best, because due to the warming effect it helps to solve many problems of the musculoskeletal system. For convenience, the manufacturer has provided a special applicator for application in the kit.

Advantages

• the warming effect lasts 5-6 hours;
• eliminates muscle, joint pain;
• there is an applicator included.

disadvantages

• specific smell of camphor and turpentine.

Finalgon

Rating: 4.7

The next place in the rating is given to the German ointment Finalgon. It contains 2 active ingredients: nonivamide (a synthetic analogue of capsaicin) and nicoboxil. Both substances complement each other's action. The appearance of hyperemia and a local increase in temperature 2-3 minutes after application indicates that the active ingredients quickly penetrate the skin.

The maximum effect of Finalgon develops 20-30 minutes after application. It is allowed to use this ointment from the age of 18 after preliminary testing on a small area of ​​the skin for its tolerance. When applied for medicinal purposes, it is important not to overdo it, otherwise skin burns may result. In case of any damage to the integrity of the skin, it is wise to refuse the use of Finalgon.

Patients in the reviews note that it is best to apply the ointment using the applicator offered by the manufacturer. The product is almost transparent, has a uniform consistency. Our experts included this ointment in the rating of the best, because it guarantees a long and deep heating and does not have a repulsive odor. But they make a reservation that the remedy will be effective and safe only if the patient learns to use it correctly.

Advantages

• a successful combination of synthetic components;
• fast action;
• deep and prolonged heating;
• light pleasant fragrance;
• wide areas of application.

disadvantages

• with an excess of funds, you can get a chemical burn.

Viprosal B

Rating: 4.6

Latvian ointment Viprosal B occupies the fourth position in the rating. The drug contains: common viper venom, camphor, turpentine, salicylic acid. This agent irritates the sensitive receptors of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, dilates blood vessels, and improves tissue trophism. Viprosal B is used for neuralgia, arthralgia or myositis.

The ointment is applied externally in adults and children over 12 years old. Dose the drug in teaspoons – 1-2 pieces correspond to 5-10 g. They are guided by the size of the pathological focus. The ointment is rubbed into the skin 1-2 times a day, taking into account the intensity of the pain syndrome. Continue applying the product until complete recovery.

According to reviews, Viprosal B, unlike Capsicam or Finalgon, does not warm up much. This tool warms slightly, but is quite effective. Viprosal B ointment deserves to be ranked among the best, because it is perfectly absorbed without staining clothes, and its warming effect is moderate, but the pains go away after a few days of use.

Advantages

• means of natural origin;
• has an analgesic effect;
• warms up in moderation;
• quickly absorbed.

disadvantages

• development of allergies is possible.

Apizartron

Rating: 4.5

German ointment Apizartron took the next position in the ranking. The preparation contains 3 main components: bee venom, methyl salicylate, allyl isothiocyanate (mustard oil extract). The last component causes deep heating of tissues, improves local blood circulation. In general, the drug relieves pain and inflammation.

A strip of ointment (3-5 cm long) is squeezed onto the pathological focus, it is evenly distributed and wait 2-3 minutes until a rush of heat and redness appears. After that, the ointment is not quickly, but intensively rubbed into the skin. To enhance the effect, a scarf is wound over the treated area. Apizartron is used 2-3 times a day until the symptoms disappear completely, but not longer than 10 days in a row.

In reviews, patients often complain of a sharp, specific smell in Apizartron. But at the same time, they note that the remedy does not cause side effects and helps very quickly. Our experts included it in the rating, because the ointment has a natural composition, various indications for use, instantly relieves pain and helps get rid of the inflammatory process in a matter of days.

Advantages

• natural composition;
• pronounced warming effect;
• relieves pain and inflammation.

disadvantages

• Strong smell.

Deep Hit

Rating: 4.4

In sixth place in the ranking was Deep Hit cream produced in the UK. The composition of the preparation includes the following active substances: methyl salicylate, racementol, eucalyptus oil, turpentine oil. The combination of components activates local blood circulation, causing a surge of heat in the area of ​​application. Thanks to Deep Hit, muscle and joint pain is relieved.

This warming agent is used to treat adults and children from 12 years old. Apply a strip of cream (4-5 cm) to the pathological focus, and then gently rub until completely absorbed 2-3 times throughout the day. After using the drug, it is recommended to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Deep Hit is easy to use because it does not stain clothes or bedding.

According to patients' reviews, Deep Hit, when applied moderately, provides pleasant warmth, and not a burning sensation. But his smell is quite specific, so not everyone dares to use this tool. Deep Hit deservedly appeared in the rating of the best, because it has an effective composition, is well absorbed and long, delicately heats. Contraindications and side effects are minimal.

Advantages

• fast-acting agent;
• when applied correctly, warms up moderately;
• easy to apply, does not stain clothes.

disadvantages

• persistent specific odor.

Gay ben

Rating: 4.4

Ben-Gay French cream is ranked seventh. It contains 2 active ingredients: methyl salicylate, racementol. The drug causes muscle relaxation, improves blood circulation, accelerates the excretion of metabolic products. Ben-gay helps athletes to increase the duration of training due to the warming effect

Apply the ointment in a thin layer directly to the painful area and rub gently until completely absorbed. If necessary, the procedure is repeated 3-4 times a day for 1.5 weeks. Ben-gay is used to treat adults and children who are already 12 years old.

Reviews of the Ben-gay drug are mostly positive, but with the proviso of a specific smell. The first sensation of chill is gradually replaced by soft warmth. This warming cream deserves to be ranked among the best, as it is not overloaded, but at the same time effectively reduces pain and stiffness in joints and muscles. And also this tool is appropriate to use when playing sports.

Advantages

• moderate warming effect;
• fast pain relief;
• non-greasy consistency that is quickly absorbed.

disadvantages

• allergic reactions are possible.

The best Russian warming ointments

Domestic manufacturers are also not lagging behind in terms of the production of warming ointments. Some of them do not lose their relevance along with more expensive imported counterparts.

Espol

Rating: 4.9

The Nizhny Novgorod Chemical and Pharmaceutical Plant produces Espol ointment, which occupies the first place in the rating. The drug contains the following active ingredients: thick extract of capsicum, essential oils of lavender and coriander, dimethyl sulfoxide, chloroform. Espol has a local irritant effect and is also good for pain relief.

When rubbing the ointment after 10-15 minutes, hyperemia appears with a feeling of warmth. The drug has proven itself well for bruises, sprains, myositis, neuralgia and various diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The ointment is allowed to be used to treat adults and children from 2 years of age. Lightly rub 2-3 g of ointment 2-3 times a day. The effect is enhanced by the application of a dry warming bandage.

In the reviews, patients praise Espol for its effectiveness, but complain that the ointment leaves marks on clothing. The drug deserves to be in the ranking of the best, because it has a natural composition, when applied correctly, it has a delicate warming effect and in a matter of days eliminates the problems that prompted the use of this tool.

Advantages

• herbal ingredients in the composition;
• tolerable peppery smell;
• warms up well;
• relieves pain, reduces inflammation.

disadvantages

• leaves marks on clothes.

Salvisar

Rating: 4.8

The second position in the rating is occupied by Salvisar ointment. This is the Russian analogue of Viprosal V. The preparation contains active ingredients: common viper venom, salicylic acid, camphor and turpentine. It irritates the sensitive receptors of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, dilates blood vessels, and improves cellular tissue nutrition. The drug warms up and relieves pain.

It is used for diseases of the musculoskeletal system or the peripheral nervous system, which are accompanied by severe pain. At a time, 5-10 g of ointment is applied, depending on the size of the pathological focus. The medicine is rubbed in once a day, and in case of severe pain, the manipulation is repeated twice.

According to reviews, Salvisar is in no way inferior to Viprosalu B, but pleasantly pleases with the price. Her warming effect is quite mild, and the elimination of pain is beyond praise. Our experts included Salvisar in the rating, since its composition is of natural origin, the ointment acts quickly and does not cause side reactions, with the exception of possible allergies.

Advantages

• natural ingredients;
• moderate warming up;
• relieves pain and inflammation;
• does not cause side effects.

disadvantages

• oily, poorly absorbed.

Bom benge

Rating: 4.7

Bom-benge ointment took the third place in the rating. This time-tested product contains 2 active ingredients: methyl salicylate and racemic menthol. Under the influence of the ointment, vasodilation occurs. The initial cooling sensation is replaced by a slight burning and tingling sensation. And over time, pain relief develops.

The main indications for use: arthralgia, myalgia associated with sports, pain syndrome in pathologies of periarticular tissues, radiculitis. A single dose for adults is 2-4 g of ointment, and for children 12-18 years old – 1-3 g. It is applied to the pathological focus and gently rubbed. If necessary, the manipulation is repeated 2-3 times a day.

Reviews about Bom-Beng are mostly positive. The ointment is praised for its excellent warming effect and affordable price. It deserves to be in the ranking of the best, since in terms of its effectiveness it is not inferior to more expensive imported counterparts. When applied correctly, the ointment is very well tolerated by patients.

Advantages

• non-overloaded effective composition;
• soft warming effect;
• good pain relief.

disadvantages

• it is not always convenient to get out of cans.

Gavkamen

Rating: 4.6

The combined herbal preparation Gavkamen occupies the fourth position in the ranking. The ointment contains: levomenthol, camphor, eucalyptus oil. The active ingredients irritate the sensitive nerve endings of the skin and subcutaneous formations. The drug has a local irritating and mild analgesic effect.

Gavkamen has worked well for neuralgia, myalgia, arthralgia or myositis. A small amount of ointment is applied to the pathological segment and rubbed into the skin with light massage movements. The frequency of manipulations depends on the intensity of pain and can be 2-3 times a day.

In the reviews, patients note that this time-tested remedy is always available in their first-aid kits at home. The initial cooling sensation is followed by gentle warming. The ointment can be used to treat adults and children from 12 years of age. Usually the drug is well tolerated, but allergic reactions or a burning sensation may occur with excessive application.

Advantages

• contains herbal ingredients;
• pleasantly warms up;
• relieves pain;
• helps to cope with colds.

disadvantages

• persistent smell.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.