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Second Half 2009 Financial Outlook

MAP Pharmaceuticals' cash, cash equivalents, short-term investments and accounts receivables as of June 30, 2009 provide operating capital for at least the next twelve months. MAP Pharmaceuticals currently expects to have lower operating expenses in the second half of 2009 compared to the first half of 2009.

About MAP Pharmaceuticals

MAP Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to developing and commercializing new therapies for patients suffering from conditions that are not adequately treated by currently available medicines. The company is developing LEVADEX inhaled therapy for the potential treatment of migraine and has reported positive results from the efficacy portion of the first Phase 3 trial of LEVADEX. In addition, MAP Pharmaceuticals generates new pipeline opportunities by applying its proprietary drug particle and inhalation technologies to enhance the therapeutic benefits of proven drugs, while minimizing risk by capitalizing on their known safety, efficacy and commercialization history.

Additional information about MAP Pharmaceuticals can be found athttp://www.mappharma.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

In addition to statements of historical facts or statements of current conditions, this press release contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to MAP Pharmaceuticals' LEVADEX product candidate and future cash usage. Actual results may differ materially from current expectations based on risks and uncertainties affecting the company's business, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainties relating to the following: the enrollment, conduct, completion and reporting of clinical trials, risks related to the failure to achieve favorable clinical outcomes and to have the company's LEVADEX produ
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