A.H. Robins

A.H. Robins was a pharmaceutical company founded in 1946, known for developing and marketing medical products like vaccines and medications. It played a significant role in the healthcare industry, especially with its innovative vaccines. However, it is also remembered for its involvement in the Dalkon Shield controversy in the 1970s, a brand of intrauterine device (IUD) linked to serious health complications. The company faced lawsuits and eventually merged with other firms. Today, A.H. Robins is recognized for both its contributions to medicine and the lessons learned from product safety and regulation.