Latex and Non Latex Condoms

It is thought that between 1%-6% of the general population (and 8%-12% of regularly exposed health care workers) have a latex allergy.

In the 1990s several manufacturers began producing non latex condoms specifically for people with latex allergies. There are now four different male non latex condoms and one female non latex condom made from polyurethane (although two brands are not available in the U.S). These non latex condoms are often more than twice the cost of latex condoms, and usually come with confusing warnings regarding their effectiveness.

Learn more about the difference between latex and non latex condoms, what we know about their effectiveness, and which condom might be best for you if you (or your partner) have a latex allergy.

How effective are non latex condoms?

What are the differences between non latex condoms?

How do I know if I'm allergic to latex condoms?