| DO use a condom every time you have sex. | DON’T store condoms in your wallet as heat and friction can damage them. |
| DO put on a condom before having sex. | DON’T use nonoxynol-9 (a spermicide), as this can cause irritation. |
| DO read the package and check the expiration date. | DON’T use oil-based products like baby oil, lotion, petroleum jelly, or cooking oil because they will cause the condom to break. |
| DO make sure there are no tears or defects. | DON’T use more than one condom at a time. |
| DO store condoms in a cool, dry place. | DON’T reuse a condom. |
| DO use latex or polyurethane condoms. | |
| DO use water-based or silicone-based lubricant to prevent breakage. |
