Reddy Latex Female Condom
Alternative Name: VA w.o.w.
Description: This one-size device is made of latex and uses a soft polyurethane sponge to aid insertion and a firm, flexible outer ring intended to hold it in place during intercourse. Pre-lubricated with a silicone lubricant.
Product Details
User: Female
Hormonal: No
Delivery Method: Barrier
Duration Type: Pericoital
Duration: Single use
Inactive material: latex, polyurethane
Multipurpose Preventive Technology (MPT): Yes
Status Details
Developer: HLL Lifecare Limited, IXu LLC
Project Phase: Limited Market Availability
Development Stage: SRA/WHO PQ Approved
Active Development: Yes
Status Details: - HLL acquired the technology and marketing rights for production and marketing in 2013.
- Product has received the European CE mark, and is approved by the India Drug Control Authority and Brazil regulatory authority.
- Under review for WHO prequalification. Distributed in Argentina, Brazil, Germany, India, Indonesia, Portugal, South Africa, Swaziland and the UK.
- HLL acquired the technology and marketing rights for production and marketing in 2013.
- Product has received the European CE mark, and is approved by the India Drug Control Authority and Brazil regulatory authority.
- Under review for WHO prequalification. Distributed in Argentina, Brazil, Germany, India, Indonesia, Portugal, South Africa, Swaziland and the UK.
Additional Information
References: Smita J, et al. (2005) Comparative acceptability study of the Reality female condom and the version 4 of modified Reddy female condom in India. Contraception. 72(5): 366-71.
Smita J, et al. (2005) Comparative acceptability study of the Reality female condom and the version 4 of modified Reddy female condom in India. Contraception. 72(5): 366-71.