The female condom

The female condom is designed to provide protection from unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), similar to the male condom but for use by the receptive partner. It is 17 cm long and is made of a strong, thin plastic sheath and is slightly bigger than the male condom. It has flexible ring at each end as is inserted inside the vagina.

• It is safe and effective if used correctly and consistently.
• It has high accessibility among both men and women in many countries.

The female condom can be inserted up to 8 hours before sex. Most women insert it 2 to 20 minutes before intercourse. The female condom should be removed after sex and before you stand up. It is for one time use only. It is important to practice inserting the Female Condom many times before regular use during sexual intercourse.

Male Condom

• Generally made from latex
• Fits onto the penis only
• Rolled onto the man’s penis.
• Lubricant
• can use spermicide
• water based lubricants only
• located on outside of condom
• Condom must be put on an erect penis.
• Must be removed immediately after ejaculation.
• Covers most of the penis and protects the woman’s inner genitalia.
• Latex can decay if not stored properly.
• One time use only.

Female Condom

• Made only from Polyurethane
• Inserted into women’s vagina
• Loosely lines the vagina and covers the vulva
• Lubricant
• can include spermicide
• can be water or oil-based
• located on the inner side of the condom
• Can be inserted prior sexual intercourse, not dependant on erect penis.
• Does not need to be removed immediately after ejaculation
• Covers both the women’s internal and external genitalia and the base of the penis
• Polyurethane is not affected by temperature or humidity
• Recommended as a one-time use product.

To insert the Female Condom.

• Be sure the inner ring is at the bottom, closed end of the pouch.
• Feel free to add a drop of extra lubricant to the outside tip for ease of insertion.
• Hold the pouch with the open end hanging down. While holding the outside of the pouch, squeeze the inner ring with your thumb and middle finger.
• Place your index finger between the thumb and middle finger and keep squeezing the inner ring.