Q: Are Durex Avanti condoms safe?
A: There was extensive research on condoms in several countries during the development of Durex Avanti, including user trials to assess product acceptability, breakage and slippage rates. Independent clinical trials were also undertaken in the USA to confirm the contraceptive efficacy of Durex Avanti condoms.
These trials justify the selection of materials, product design and the manufacturing process, and have also been undertaken whenever any significant change was made to the product.
Q: Is there any clinical data to support the durability of Durex Avanti condoms?
A: Independent clinical data has confirmed that the breakage rate for Durex Avanti condoms is comparable to rates for natural rubber latex condoms.
Q: Is sensitivity really a major issue?
A: In an independent study conducted by Family Planning Perspectives in the United States, 42% of respondents stated that thinness was one of the features they consider when shopping for condoms. Thin condoms are also the fastest growing segment of many markets.
In studies with actual consumers, 76% of users reported that Durex Avanti provided a more sensitive experience than their preferred natural latex condom.
Q: How different is the Durex Avanti condom to latex condoms?
A: Durex Avanti condoms are made from a unique polyurethane material that is odourless and double the strength of natural latex, enabling a much thinner and therefore more sensitive condom to be made than regular natural latex condoms.
Durex Avanti condoms have a number of key benefits:
- Durex Avanti condoms have increased sensitivity yet help protect against pregnancy and STI’s.
- User studies show Durex Avanti condoms are perceived to be more natural and comfortable.
- Durex Avanti condoms are odourless.
- Durex Avanti condoms are more thermally conductive than regular natural latex condoms, for a more natural feeling
- Durex Avanti condoms do not contain latex and therefore can be used by the small percentage of the population (typically 1-3%) that are sensitive to natural rubber latex.
- Unlike natural latex, Durex Avanti condoms are resistant to oil based lubricants.
