Bendectin

Bendectin, a mixture of pyridoxine (Vitamin B-6), and doxylamine, is a drug prescribed to treat nausea and vomiting associated with morning sickness. It was voluntarily removed from the market in 1983 by its manufacturer, Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, following numerous lawsuits alleging that it caused birth defects. The most famous case is Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals (1993), which left lasting implications for the way science is used in the courtroom.

The drug has recently resurfaced and is currently marketed under the same name. It can also be made at home using Vitamin B-6 and one-half of a Unisom, both of which are available over-the-counter.

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