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Condm FAQs

What type of contraceptive is this?

  • Barrier contraceptive (physical)

What are the instructions for using condom?

  • The condom is to be fitted over the erect penis.
  • Remove the air from the teat.
  • Place over the erect penis before coitus.
  • Must be held carefully while withdrawing from vagina after intercourse.
  • A new condom should be used for each sexual act.
  • Never use oil or fat soluble lubricant with condoms. Always use water-based lubricants such as glycerin or spermicidal jelly.

What are the advantages of using condom?

  • Simple to use
  • No side effects
  • Easily available
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to use
  • Does not need medical supervision
  • Easily stored and carried
  • Provides additional protection against STDs and HIV/AIDS
  • Does not interfere with breastfeeding

What are the disadvantages of using condom?

  • It may slip off or tear during the act of coitus leading to failure of contraception.
  • Some complaints of interference with local sensations in males during intercourse.
  • Requires appropriate knowledge and attitude for its correct use among men.
  • New condom is to be used before each sexual act.

What are the side effects of using condom?

  • Interference with local sensations in some men
  • Failure if not used correctly

What is the contraindication to using condom?

  • Allergy to latex rubber in either of the partners

Enumerate the types available under the national program.

  • Plain Nirodh (dry)
  • Deluxe Nirodh (lubricated)
  • Super deluxe Nirodh (ultrafine and lubricated)
  • Rakshak condoms (with spermicidal coating)

What is its failure rate?
Failure rate of condom ranges from 2-3 to 14 pregnancies per 100 women years (HWY).

What is its extra advantage other than contraception?
In addition to contraception, it protects against STDs and HIV/AIDS.

How can the contraceptive efficacy of condom be increased?
By concomitant use of a spermicidal jelly.

At which level of health care can one obtain these?

  • At subcenters and higher levels
  • At outlets under "Social Marketing” scheme
  • Condom vending machines (CVMs)
  • Home delivery by ASHA worker for a nominal charge

References:

  1. Park K. Demography and family planning. In: Park K. Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 24th ed. Jabalpur, India: Banarsidas Bhanot Publishers, 2017; pp. 525-52.

  2. Rakshak: The Thin Lubricated Condom. Available at: http://www.hlfppt.org/images/rakshak.pdf. Accessed November 23, 2011.

  3. Family planning. In: Annual report, 2011, MOHFW; GOI: 124–38.

  4. Condom promotion. National AIDS Control Programme, Phase III, India. NACO, MoHFW, GOI.

  5. Batar I. State-of-the-art of non-hormonal methods of contraception: II. Chemical barrier contraceptives. Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care 2010; 15(2): 89–95.

  6. Contraceptives. In: Mastering Practicals – Community Medicine. Eds. Tiwari P, Tiwari S. Lippincott William & Wilkins; Wolters Kluwer. New Delhi Buy at: https://www.amazon.in/Mastering-Practicals-Community-Medicine-thePoint/d...