AMENDED AND RESTATED AKORN, INC. 2003 STOCK OPTION PLAN (Amended and Restated Effective as of April 1, 2005) Prepared by: Luce, Forward, Hamilton & Scripps LLP 600 West Broadway, Suite 2600 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 236-1414Stock Option Plan • March 31st, 2005 • Akorn Inc • Pharmaceutical preparations • Illinois
The purpose of this Amended and Restated Akorn, Inc. 2003 Stock Option Plan is to promote the interests of Akorn, Inc. and its shareholders by: (i) attracting and retaining exceptional Directors, Employees and Consultants (including prospective Directors, Employees and Consultants) of the Corporation, and (ii) enabling such individuals to participate in the long-term growth and financial success of the Corporation.
