Condoms Patents (Class 128/844)
  • Patent number: 7802575
    Abstract: A condom packaging and method of donning a condom are disclosed. The condom packaging has a top layer and a bottom layer, which are attached along two opposing sides. The opposing sides of the condom packaging may be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape to aid in donning the condom. In the method of donning a condom, a condom enclosed in a condom package is provided. The condom package has a packaging material surrounding the condom and is substantially flat with a top layer, a bottom layer, and two opposed sides. The opposed sides of the packaging material can be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape. The condom can then be donned and the condom package may be removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Inventor: Jerrold Alan Wish
  • Publication number: 20100229873
    Abstract: A condom comprises natural rubber and polyurethane. Preferably, the condom has a single wall thickness of less than 55 ?m. More preferably the condom has a single wall thickness of less than 55 ?m and a burst pressure of 1.0 kPa or above. A process for making the condom comprises mixing polyurethane and natural rubber latex and forming a condom therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2007
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Applicant: LRC PRODUCTS LIMITED
    Inventors: David Michael Hill, Christophe Brodin
  • Publication number: 20100218771
    Abstract: A condom is disclosed herein that may include a body having an open end, a closed end and at least a first region and a second region. The first region may have a first diameter and the second region may have a second diameter that is larger than the first diameter. Accordingly, during use, the second region may operate to repeatably slip or telescope over the first region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2007
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Inventor: Brian Osterberg
  • Publication number: 20100200000
    Abstract: The Penile Cap is a tubular contraceptive device with a wide open end called the attachment rim, and a narrow closed end called the flexible discharge tube. The penile cap can be made from latex rubber or any other material. The attachment rim consists of a non-toxic glue on its surface for attachment on the penile hole of the male penis thereby providing a tight seal around the penile hole of the male penis. The semen from the male penis is collected in the flexible discharge tube of the penile cap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2009
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Inventor: William Nkoro
  • Publication number: 20100204542
    Abstract: A penis accessory (2) for enlarging the effective male sex apparatus, the accessory (2) mountable to the penis (14) of a male for augmenting the penile size and/or penile shape and/or enhancing sexual performance of the male wearer, the accessory (2) including (i) a first part (10) having a head portion (20) for fitting over the glans penis and a body portion (22) for at least partially covering the penile shaft (14), the body portion (22) optionally having dependent fingers (24) having thick walls that augment the size of the wearer's penis; and a second part (12) acting as retaining means to retain the first part (10) on the shaft (14).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Inventor: Brian J. Hodge
  • Publication number: 20100186751
    Abstract: A substantially anhydrous, spreadable warming lubricant composition comprising a mixture of glycerin, a polyhydric alcohol, and a non-ionic surfactant, the viscosity of the composition being less than that of glycerin but greater than that of the polyhydric alcohol, thereby promoting formation of a useful thin layer on a surface with which the composition is brought into contact, the surfactant improving wetting and spreadability of the composition on skin and latex, such that the composition can be applied to skin or a condom and provide an optimal warming effect upon contact with ambient moisture during use and such that the composition can be added to a condom package and, over the course of about a week, spread and coat nearly the entire internal and external surfaces of the condom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2010
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Applicant: Ansell Healthcare Products LLC
    Inventors: Beng Sim Chuah, David M. Lucas, Tsui Shih Yeun, Dave Narasimhan
  • Patent number: 7762262
    Abstract: A garment includes a bifurcated body having front and rear sections wherein the front section is provided with a sheath oriented about a genital region and includes a ribbed outer surface. The rear section is provided with a plurality of apertures and is oriented about a buttock region respectively. The ribbed outer surface includes a plurality of protrusions. The apparatus further includes a mechanism for fastening the garment about the user's waist. A condom is positionable about a user's penis wherein a proximal end portion of the condom is engageable about the ribbed outer surface of the sheath, defining a frictional contact area for assisting to maintain the condom positioned about the penis during sexual activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Inventor: Jorge L. Granja
  • Patent number: 7753895
    Abstract: A sperm collecting apparatus is provided and includes a container having a non-cylindrical container main unit whose one end face in a longitudinal direction is open and a cap that is attachable the container main unit. A core member made from a gel-like material, which is located in the container main unit and has an insertion room extending to an inner portion of the core member from an insertion port at one end face in the core member. A sponge layer which is interposed between the core member and an inner wall of the container main unit, the container main unit is a non-cylindrical member whose intermediate portion in a longitudinal direction thereof has an outer diameter smaller than those in both end portions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: TENGA Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tsutomu Matsuura
  • Publication number: 20100170518
    Abstract: A condom with a one-way sealing closure provides for an irreversible seal that once activated, prevents leakage of the condom contents after coitus, for sample collection or general disposal. The one-way sealing closure is provided by a cord that is disposed around the proximal circumference of the condom, and may be secured in an internal rolled channel or by guides attached to the outside wall of the condom. Additional features that may be included in the condom include various forms of one-way locking closures, visual and tactile guides, and a pull tab for operating the closure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2009
    Publication date: July 8, 2010
    Inventor: Adam Goldberg
  • Patent number: 7749206
    Abstract: A condom retaining device for use with a male condom in place on a male member having at least one retaining member adapted to fit at least partially around the male member, and a retaining means for securing the at least one retaining member about the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Inventor: Anthony Clay Mayfield
  • Patent number: 7728049
    Abstract: Disclosed is a radiation-crosslinkable thermoplastic polymer composition, a process for the preparation thereof, an angioplasty balloon and a medical catheter made using such a composition. The composition contains a reactive monomer cross-linker facilitates cross-linking of the reaction product upon contact of the cross-linker-containing composition with energy from a radiation source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Inventor: Alan M. Zamore
  • Publication number: 20100126513
    Abstract: A condom, including a non-porous sheath member, having an open end and a rounded end, and shaped to cover the glans and body portion of a penis, and at least one rib having at least one outer portion and at least one inner portion, wherein the at least one outer portion is attachedly fixed to said non-porous sheath member, and wherein an inner cylinder formed by at the at least one inner portion is exclusive from said non-porous sheath member, and including at least one lubricant within the inner cylinder and at least one hole extending from the inner cylinder through the outer portion to provide for flow of the lubricant outwardly from the inner cylinder through the at least one hole pursuant to application of a predetermined pressure, wherein the at least one rib extends at least one of substantially from the open end to the closed end and substantially about a circumference of the non-porous sheath member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Inventor: Lap Shun Hui
  • Publication number: 20100113871
    Abstract: The invention relates to a formulation for preparing an antimicrobial lubricious hydrophilic coating, which formulation comprises a hydrophilic polymer; an initiator; particles comprising metallic silver (i.e. AgĀ°); and a carrier liquid. The invention further relates to an article comprising a hydrophilic coating on a surface wherein the coating comprises a cured hydrophilic polymer and particles comprising metallic silver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2007
    Publication date: May 6, 2010
    Inventors: Aylvin Jorge Angelo Athanasius Dias, Edith Elisabeth M. Van Den Bosch, Astrid Franken
  • Publication number: 20100078032
    Abstract: The present subject matter relates to a condom packaging apparatus capable of reducing the exposure of physical damage to the condom, and eliminating or significantly reducing the misapplication and misfitment of a condom onto the end user's penis. Furthermore, the present subject matter relates to methods for applying a condom to a penis capable of reducing the exposure of physical damage to the condom, and eliminating or significantly reducing the misapplication and misfitment of a condom onto the end user's penis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2009
    Publication date: April 1, 2010
    Inventor: Corey John Sarros
  • Publication number: 20100071703
    Abstract: The condom holder according to the invention comprises fasteners for fixing the condom edge, and a connection between said fasteners; said connection at least partially being elastic, the holder at least partially defining a space in which the condom can be placed; the holder being adapted to change the shape of said connection between a first configuration in which said space is reduced, and a second configuration in which said space is expanded. In the first said configuration at least part of said connection is strained and tends to transform into the second configuration, and in the second configuration said strain is partially released. Due to the fact that the holder is elastic, the condom placed therein is automatically stretched as required, there is no need to control the force applied by the user. The condom can be put on using only one hand holding the holder. Further, the possibility of excessive or insufficient expansion of the holder is excluded.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2007
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Inventor: Alexander Leonidovich Felitsyn
  • Publication number: 20100071701
    Abstract: An application for a condom includes a wall open at one end and closed at a distal end. The wall is thicker towards the base for tear-resistance and thinner towards the tip where sensitivity is important. The condom includes a resilient ring formed at the base for improved retention and performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2008
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Inventor: Douglas J. Sturlingh
  • Publication number: 20100071702
    Abstract: An application for a system for reducing the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases includes a condom with a thicker wall towards the base for tear-resistance and a thinner wall towards the tip where sensitivity is important. The condom also includes a resilient ring at the base for improved retention and performance. The system for reducing the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases also includes a shield portion that rests against the wearer's pubic area, covering the pubic area and scrotum to protect them from fluids that, in some circumstances, contain sexually transmitted disease virus. The shield has a retention ring. The resilient ring inserts into and is removably held within the retention ring of the shield.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2008
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Inventor: Douglas J. Sturlingh
  • Publication number: 20100072686
    Abstract: A condom holder is suggested along with a method of putting on the condom with said holder. A condom holder at least partially defining a space in which the flatly arranged condom can be placed, that comprises fasteners used for fixating the condom edge; a connection between said fasteners that includes two opposite parts, each of which includes at least one of said fasteners; a third part placed between said parts that provides the moveability of said opposite parts at least in opposite directions; and a device used to displace said opposite parts using the mechanical force applied by the user; said third part is formed in such manner that said moveability of opposite parts in opposite directions includes the possibility of rotation thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2009
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Inventor: Alexander Leonidovich FELITSYN
  • Publication number: 20100065064
    Abstract: Novel condom applicator device composed of a collar (3) with a projection at its end, the inner diameter of which rests on top of the penis, a flat ring (1) in which the operation for applying the condom (P) is performed by means of a lining (6) combined with its outer diameter. The device is symmetrically separated along its vertical axis. It is joined by means of the lining (6) at the level of the notch (e1) or by means of the collar (3) at the level of the notch (e2). A cap (7) stabilizes its two ends (a1) and (a2). The notch (e) is automatically separable whether a rigid material is used, or whether the device is flexible in order to accommodate a means for preserving same with the condom placed in the center thereof in a special wrapper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Publication date: March 18, 2010
    Inventor: Mor Maty Seck
  • Publication number: 20100059063
    Abstract: The present invention is to provide a long-acting germicidal condom and manufacture procedure. A long acting germicidal condom comprises a sheath (1) has a filmy structure to protect male sexual organ, said sheath (1) includes an extruded latex (12) combined with a nano scale titanium oxide photocatalysis coating liquid (2), a nano scale zinc oxide (3) and a nano scale chitin beads and chitosan beads (4); a lubricating germicidal solution (5) spread on a cylindrical surface about said sheath (1); and an O ring (6) coupled to an open end of said sheath (1).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2008
    Publication date: March 11, 2010
    Inventor: Chih-Yao Wu
  • Patent number: 7673632
    Abstract: A condom having an indicia disposed on the lower side of the roll when the condom is in the rolled configuration. Preferably, the indicia is a fluorescent marking disposed on the inner side of the condom disposed at a location so that, when the condom is in the rolled configuration, the indicia is visible from the lower side only. More preferably, the indicia is a ring-shaped marking extending about the inner side of the tubular body. In this configuration, a user holding a rolled condom can easily determine which is the upper side of the roll and which is the lower side of the roll. The user may then quickly orient the condom with the lower side facing toward the penis and unroll the condom in the proper direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Inventor: William Thomas Mistler
  • Publication number: 20100043803
    Abstract: A condom may include a device that may transmit a signal to a device remote from the condom. The remote device may be most any device capable of receiving a signal. For example, the remote device may be a light and/or sound generating and/or emitting device, ascent emitting device, or another device designed to stimulate the senses and enhance the experience of sexual intercourse. The signal device (i.e., the device that may transmit and/or receive a signal to/from a remote device) may be positioned at any position on or in the condom. For example, the signal device may be positioned in or on any part of the condom pouch, the condom frame, in the rolled up rim of the condom, and in or on any anchoring device for the condom. The device may be activated by a switch that may be triggered as a result of intercourse or sound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Publication date: February 25, 2010
    Inventor: Brian Osterberg
  • Publication number: 20100024828
    Abstract: New latex articles containing nano-silver and the preparation thereof are disclosed. The latex articles, which contain nano-silver, are manufactured by molding the latex containing nano-silver or coating the molded latex articles with the lubricant containing nano-silver. The inventive processes are easy and the molded articles can not only be antibacterial, but also be bacteriostasis and bactericidal. So the safety in using it is greatly improved and the cross infection of bacterias is prevented essentially. The said articles are condoms and gloves etc which meets the strict requirement of sanitary.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2005
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventors: Rulin Chen, Victor WJ Chan
  • Patent number: 7654265
    Abstract: A valve geometry applicable to the end of condoms to permit re-use with the same partner, or to enable condoms to permit the transmission of semen and thus permit conception as a result of intercourse while retaining the epidemiologically protective effect of barrier type infection control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2010
    Inventor: Mady Attila
  • Publication number: 20100012131
    Abstract: A condom applicator for mounting a condom comprising a first concentric ring having a generally flat outer and inner surface; a second concentric ring positioned outside of the first concentric ring having a generally flat outer and inner surface; a panel connecting both first side edges of the first and second concentric rings; a first notch and a second notch disposed in the second concentric ring for allowing the second concentric ring to be rolled inside out; a third notch and a fourth notch disposed in the first concentric ring for allowing the first concentric ring to be pulled inside out; and a first bump disposed on the inner surface of the second concentric ring or on the outer surface of the first concentric ring for narrowing the space between the first and second concentric ring to help the condom temporarily stay mounted to the condom applicator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2009
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Inventor: Mor Maty Seck
  • Publication number: 20100012132
    Abstract: Bi- or multiphasic, clear or translucent silicone-containing lubricant compositions, condom products including such compositions and methods of making such compositions and condom products are disclosed. The refractive index of each immiscible phase of the lubricant composition is matched to that of each other phase to make the composition clear or translucent. The compositions are highly lubricious, non-staining, and easily washable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2009
    Publication date: January 21, 2010
    Applicant: Chemsil Silicones, Inc.
    Inventors: James Jeffries Harrison, Giullermo Hernandez
  • Publication number: 20090319035
    Abstract: Described herein are coatings containing water-soluble oligodynamic metal salts that are formulated and applied from hydrophobic solvents. In particular, articles of manufacture comprising polymer coatings containing oligodynamic metal salts can include hydrophobic polymer coatings made from water-reactive monomers and hydrophilic polymers compounded in hydrophobic solvents which contain a small amount of water that aids in the solubilization and suspension of the oligodynamic metal salts. Methods of preparing these antimicrobial polymer coatings, and methods of coating a substrate to produce an article of manufacture having an antimicrobial polymer coating are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2007
    Publication date: December 24, 2009
    Applicant: C. R. BARD, INC.
    Inventor: Richard Terry
  • Publication number: 20090311291
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides improved packaged condoms that enable the use of a large quantity of a composition inside the condom. In addition, a sufficient quantity of certain spermicidal and/or microbicidal compositions is provided for efficient inactivation of sperm and pathogens. The present disclosure also provides condoms with reduced tendency to slip or break. Compositions associated with different surfaces of the condom can be effectively segregated to their intended condom surface according to the present disclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2007
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: REPROTECT, INC.
    Inventor: Thomas R. Moench
  • Patent number: 7621277
    Abstract: The invention relates to a condom (10) for the penis. The condom (10) comprises a flexible condom wall (12). In the condom wall plane a shaft channel (18) is arranged in which a flexible rotary shaft (16) is supported. The rotary shaft (16) is adapted to be driven by a rotary drive. The rotating shaft (16) generates stimulating vibrations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2009
    Inventor: Daniel Badea
  • Patent number: 7617827
    Abstract: A container for dispensing fluids, powders, medications, or aerosolized contents in pre-measured amounts at the moment of delivery. The container can be used to apply a condom or condom like device to the penis in the correct-way-on direction. A detachably-attached polymer or latex film, which serves as the vehicle of delivery, and which could be a condom is located at one end and is rolled over the outside of the package which may or may not have a leak proof layer. To dispense the condom on a penis or fit the film on any extremity, the extremity is inserted into the package and by virtue either of such insertion and/or by virtue of flexing the package to fracture an internal frangible membrane. The membrane may be attached to, or a part of a reservoir that is adhered to the inner walls of the package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Assignee: Condax LLC
    Inventor: Leon Kassman
  • Publication number: 20090277458
    Abstract: A condom configurable by a user to cover either an entire penis, just the glans penis, or the glans penis and a part of the penis' shaft. When used during fellatio, the condom preferably covers just the glans penis and thereby enables a maximum of tactile sensation. To achieve a reduced length state, the condom includes a circumferentially-extending weakened area that facilitates the separation and removal of an elongated body part of the condom from a hemispherically-shaped cap part of the condom. The cap part includes a multi-layered band of adhesive that enables its securement to the penis. An expandable backing strip may be employed to cover the band of adhesive prior to the condom's use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventor: Daniel J. McCarthy
  • Publication number: 20090272383
    Abstract: A contraceptive device is disclosed. The contraceptive device comprises a tubular sheath region having a contiguous sheath and at least one sensitizing area. A leak-proof tip region is located at one end of the tubular sheath and an open tubular end is located at the other end of the tubular sheath region. The thickness of the at least one sensitizing area is less than the thickness of the contiguous sheath. The tubular end may have at least one tab to aid in removal of the contraceptive device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2008
    Publication date: November 5, 2009
    Inventor: Jerrold A. Wish
  • Publication number: 20090272384
    Abstract: A synthetic polyisoprene latex emulsion has pre-vulcanization composition and post vulcanization composition. The pre-vulcanization composition comprises soluble sulfur with high S8 ring structure that is catalytically broken by a zinc dithiocarbamate. Surfactants present in the pre-vulcanization composition wets synthetic polyisoprene particles and permeates small sized sulfur and accelerator molecules into the interior of these particles thereby pre-vulcanizing the particles. The degree of pre-vulcanization is verified by isopropanol index test. The latex emulsion has post-vulcanization composition with accelerators that crosslink inter-particle region during post vulcanization cure cycle. The dipped synthetic polyisoprene article is substantially uniformly cured both in the inter-particle and intra-particle regions and reliably exhibits high cross link density, uniform distribution of double bonds in TEM and zinc segregation at the boundaries or original particles by electron microprobe analysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2008
    Publication date: November 5, 2009
    Applicant: Ansell Healthcare Products LLC
    Inventors: David M. Lucas, Sugath Amarasekera, Dave Narasimhan, Adeline Ai Lin Kung
  • Patent number: 7600516
    Abstract: A device for preventing transmission of bodily fluids during sexual relations from a first person to a second person, wherein the second person is male, may include a first part and a second part. The device may be formed of elastic material. The first part may have an inner side. At least a portion of the inner side may be coated with glue to fix the device to the sexual organ of the second person. The second part may include a material or membrane that is designed to repute upon ejaculation of the second person. The second part further may include a stiffer portion configured to be at least partially disposed in the urethra of the sexual organ of the second person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: JS Sakerhetssystem AB
    Inventor: Bo E. Samuelsson
  • Publication number: 20090241966
    Abstract: A condom package for a singular direction or removal of the contents thereof to assure its proper application onto a user. The package includes a container having a configuration with an essentially flat top side and a bottom side, the top side and the bottom side each having an external surface and an internal surface, the external surfaces of the top side and the bottom side facing in opposing directions, the internal surfaces facing each other, the internal surfaces having peripheral portions removably sealed to each other. The bottom side formed of a material more rigid than that of the top side, the bottom side having a shallow central well proportioned to hold and stabilize the condom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Inventors: Jordan Gray, Robert Smith
  • Patent number: 7595102
    Abstract: Substantially spherical water-insoluble inorganic particles are used as finishing powders for condoms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2009
    Assignee: SSL International
    Inventor: David Michael Hill
  • Publication number: 20090205668
    Abstract: An anti slippage condom has body and a scrotum retainer part. The scrotum retainer part extends integrally from the body and a slit delineates the body from the scrotum retainer part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventor: JEAN MORISSETTE
  • Publication number: 20090199859
    Abstract: A prophylactic device providing the wearer with increased protection against slippage and ruptures. The device has a tubular body with an extra strength tip and a band. The band is elastic and has a ring that stretches to pass comfortably over a wearer's testicles. The band secures the prophylactic device to the wearer and prevents the device from slipping off of the wearer. Both the extra strength tip and the band are thicker than the tubular body and provide the wearer protection against ruptures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventor: Andre Glenn
  • Publication number: 20090163689
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a formula and process for making elastomeric rubber thin film articles. In particular, the formula and process is a system which produces non-Hevea or Guayule natural rubber latex (GNRL) thin film articles which have a thickness of 30-80 microns (0.03-0.08 mm), and preferably less than 40 microns (0.04 mm). These thin film articles exhibit physical strength properties similar to that of Hevea brazilensis natural rubber latex (NRL). More specifically, the disclosed thin rubber thin film articles exhibit unaged tensile strength of at least 24 MPa (about 3500 psi) and aged tensile strength of at least 19 MPa (about 2800 psi).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Publication date: June 25, 2009
    Inventors: Katrina Cornish, Jali Williams, KC Nguyen, Brian Fishman
  • Publication number: 20090134044
    Abstract: A condom packaging and method of donning a condom are disclosed. The condom packaging has a top layer and a bottom layer, which are attached along two opposing sides. The opposing sides of the condom packaging may be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape to aid in donning the condom. In the method of donning a condom, a condom enclosed in a condom package is provided. The condom package has a packaging material surrounding the condom and is substantially flat with a top layer, a bottom layer, and two opposed sides. The opposed sides of the packaging material can be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape. The condom can then be donned and the condom package may be removed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2007
    Publication date: May 28, 2009
    Inventor: Jerrold Alan WISH
  • Publication number: 20090134045
    Abstract: A condom packaging and method of donning a condom are disclosed. The condom packaging has a top layer and a bottom layer, which are attached along two opposing sides. The opposing sides of the condom packaging may be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape to aid in donning the condom. In the method of donning a condom, a condom enclosed in a condom package is provided. The condom package has a packaging material surrounding the condom and is substantially flat with a top layer, a bottom layer, and two opposed sides. The opposed sides of the packaging material can be squeezed to cause the packaging material and the condom to take a cylindrical shape. The condom can then be donned and the condom package may be removed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2008
    Publication date: May 28, 2009
    Inventor: Jerrold Alan Wish
  • Publication number: 20090112295
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to dressings, such as patches and bandages, and other devices and systems that deliver nitric oxide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventors: Roderick A. Hyde, Muriel Y. Ishikawa, Leif T. Stordal, Lowell L. Wood, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090107513
    Abstract: Condoms having an elastomeric layer and coating containing an anhydrous warming lubricant and at least one or more ingredients dispersed therein, the coating being disposed on one or both surfaces are provided. The ingredients disposed on the elastomeric layer can be solid particles or encapsulated ingredients that are insoluble in the anhydrous warming lubricant and soluble in water. Methods of producing and using these condoms are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Applicant: ANSELL HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS LLC
    Inventors: Michael S. Zedalis, Beng Sim Chuah, David M. Lucas, Angela Mitiko Shiokawa, Jose R. Siqueira, Dave Narasimhan
  • Publication number: 20090107512
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to condoms that are configured to facilitate release of nitric oxide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventors: Roderick A. Hyde, Muriel Y. Ishikawa, Lowell L. Wood, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090090368
    Abstract: An adhesive condom applicable to the male sexual organ to reduce compression and thereby reduce the difficulty of attaining and maintaining erection, improve barrier protection and prevent additional sexually transmitted diseases, to improve the efficacy of contraception (if contraception is desired) and to enhance utilization rates by enhancing sensation. Optimal production geometry and practical modes of application are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2007
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventor: Mady Attila
  • Publication number: 20090090369
    Abstract: A valve geometry applicable to the end of condoms to permit re-use with the same partner, or to permit the transmission of semen and thus permit conception as a result of intercourse while retaining the protective effect of barrier type infection control.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2007
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventor: Mady Attila
  • Publication number: 20090078272
    Abstract: Indicia carriers for display of advertisements or brand/trade marks are provided comprising an elastic base, e.g. condoms, gloves, etc., and a plurality of indicia studs coupled to the base, and arranged in lines, contours, or patterns, forming images of symbols, characters, etc. to display the advertisements or brand/trade marks, wherein the images made sufficient for visual resolution of an average person. Alternatively, the carrier further includes a plurality of background studs, coupled to the base, surrounding the indicia studs, and having a size or color different from a size or color of the indicia studs, so that the difference in the sizes/colors is sufficient to provide easy visual resolution of the images for an average person. Optionally, the studs can be made of or covered by materials glowing in the dark.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2007
    Publication date: March 26, 2009
    Inventor: Alexander Crispino
  • Publication number: 20090032029
    Abstract: A condom with reduced chance of failure includes an inner pouch within an outer pouch. The inner pouch is bonded to the outer pouch adjacent to their open ends to form a sealed interstitial space between the inner and outer pouches. A lubricant is located in the interstitial space to enable the outer pouch to slide relative to the inner pouch during sexual intercourse. The outer pouch has an enlarged head area so that the outer pouch easily slides back and forth over the inner pouch and glans of the penis during intercourse. The inner pouch has a wall thickness that is less than the wall thickness of the outer pouch for increased sensitivity. The inner pouch has a narrow segment extending into a smaller bulb exerting pressure at the junction of the glans and shaft covering the entire frenulum area, thereby inhibiting premature ejaculation and reducing slippage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2008
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Inventors: Alla V.K. Reddy, Ravikumar Reddy Alla, Madhusudhan Reddy Alla, Raghunatha Reddy Alla
  • Publication number: 20090028811
    Abstract: A personal lubricant composition comprises a mixture of a latent lubricant additive and a carrier lubricant, in which the latent lubricant additive is insoluble in the carrier lubricant but is capable of activation on contact with body fluids to realise lubricant properties. The additive may comprise a poly(ethylene oxide) polymer and the carrier lubricant may comprise glycols such as glycerol and propylene glycol or mixtures thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2006
    Publication date: January 29, 2009
    Inventor: William D. Potter
  • Publication number: 20090007921
    Abstract: A ring structure for rolling a tubular region of a condom. A condom held and rolled on a ring includes a rigid ring, a lubricant layer, and a rotor. As an opening in the tubular region of the condom is expanded, the rigid ring is sheathed via the lubricant layer with the rubber tube. The rubber tube rotates in the ring and the ring is removable after placement of the condom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2005
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Inventor: Yasushi Kanno