Almost 500,000 unsafe condoms sold as IMB issues recall

ALMOST half a million unsafe condoms bearing the Durex brand name may have been sold in shops around the country.

The Irish Medicines Board (IMB) yesterday warned that the condoms, sold in packs of 12, may not prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases.

The IMB began an investigation into the counterfeit condoms just over a week ago, after Durex received complaints from consumers.