Sterile medical equipment. Condoms (centre left), syringes (upper right) and antiseptic wipe in their sterile packagings. The packaging help keep these articles free from infection before use. Condoms are barrier contraceptives which help stop the spread of the HIV (Human Immunodeficiency virus). The syringe are use by sufferers diabetes to inject insulin. Antiseptic wipes are used to disinfect skin before an injection.