Figure 2

In vivo pharmacokinetic profiles of cordycepin and its metabolite, 3′-deoxyinosine, following administration of cordycepin in rats (mean ± SD). (a) Profiles of cordycepin following intravenous administration of cordycepin at 8 or 20 mg/kg (n = 4). (b) Profiles of 3′-deoxyinosine following intravenous administration of cordycepin at 8 or 20 mg/kg (n = 4). (c) Profiles of 3′-deoxyinosine following oral administration of cordycepin at 8 or 80 mg/kg (n = 5).