0000916641-00-001259 Sample Contracts

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT ----------------------
Joint Filing Agreement • August 29th, 2000 • Kirk Randal J • Pharmaceutical preparations

In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the persons names below agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them a Statement on Schedule 13D (including amendments thereto) with regard to the common stock of Scios Inc., and further agree that this Joint Filing Agreement be included as an Exhibit to such joint filings. In evidence thereof, the undersigned, being duly authorized, hereby execute this agreement as of the 29th day of August, 2000.