Why Can't You Use a Heating Pad with Biofreeze? The Dangers of Combining Menthol and Heat
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According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), rare but serious chemical burns have been reported in consumers who combined topical pain relievers containing ingredients like menthol with a heat source. For this reason, you should never use a heating pad with Biofreeze, as the combination can lead to severe skin damage and other complications.
