Knowledge and Instructions for Using Male Condoms

Knowledge & Instructions

Important Points to Remember:

* Oil-based lubricants (e.g. petroleum jelly/Vaseline, mineral oil, baby oil, vegetable oil, massage oil, etc.) can break down latex condoms

* Condoms have an expiry date (by law this must be printed on each condom package).

* Extra-strength condoms with additional extra water-based lubricant are recommended for anal sex.

* Novelty condoms may not prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections.
It is important to talk with your partner(s) about safer sex practices.

If you or your partner(s) have had previous partner(s), consider testing for sexually transmitted infections

Instructions on how to use a Male Condom:

* Check the expiry date on the condom package.

* Store condoms in a cool, dry place (away from heat, UV light and high humidity - don't keep condoms in a wallet next to the body for a long period of time)

* Do not have any genital to genital contact without a condom on the penis

* Open wrapper carefully so the condom is not torn by jewellry or fingernails.

* Do not unroll or stretch a condom before use - it may weaken the condom.

* Pinch the air from the tip of the condom and keep it pinched while the condom is put on.

* Place condom on the end of the hard penis.

* Unroll condom all the way down penis.

* If not circumsized, pull foreskin back before putting the condom on.

* If you want more wetness during intercourse, use only water-based lubricants such as Astroglide, K-Y Jelly, Muko, etc.

* After ejaculating (cuming), hold onto the condom at the base of the penis and pull out before the penis gets soft - this will help to prevent the condom from slipping off the penis.

* Remember after ejaculation, do not use the condom again.

* Throw condom in the garbage (do not flush - it may clog the toilet).