Date:8/25/2010

>-amphetamine and a ligand.  In preclinical studies, KP106 demonstrated unique abuse deterrent properties along with pharmacokinetics indicative of an attenuated amphetamine exposure as compared to Vyvanse®.  These data forecast that patients receiving KP106 may experience decreased side effects and decreased risk of abuse typically associated with stimulants.  Importantly, KemPharm is positioning KP106 to be the first ever proprietary thin film dosage form for ADHD to address compliance issues, in particular, for the pediatric patient population.  KemPharm projects the filing of a new drug application (NDA) for KP106 by the end of 2012.

About KemPharm, Inc.KemPharm, Inc. is focused on the discovery and development of new chemical entities (NCEs) to treat serious medical conditions through its proprietary and broadly applicable LAT prodrug approach.  KemPharm utilizes its LAT prodrug technology to generate improved versions of FDA-approved drugs.  Each NCE creates new composition-based intellectual property, may have a shorter development timeline and reduced development costs, and may be eligible for 505(b)(2) regulatory submission.  The Company's business strategy includes seeking strategic development partners following rapid clinical proof of concept demonstration in a Phase 1 trial.  KemPharm also plans to explore discovery stage alliances with industry leaders, leveraging its prodrug know-how and LAT technology platform.  KemPharm is developing candidates for ADHD, pain, other central nervous system disorders.  www.kempharm.com

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