SmithKline Beecham

SmithKline Beecham was a major global pharmaceutical company formed through the merger of SmithKline Beckman and Beecham in 1989. It specialized in developing and manufacturing healthcare products, including prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer health items like over-the-counter drugs. The company was known for its research-driven approach to improving health and well-being. In 2000, SmithKline Beecham merged with Glaxo Wellcome to create GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, continuing its legacy of innovation and healthcare advancements.