Table 4 Most frequent serious side effects noted during the study (n)
| Reported Side Effects | Irbesartan | Irbesartan/HCTZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Cardiogenic shock | 1 | 2 |
| 2 Cerebral infarction | 1 | 1 |
| 3 Gastrointestinal hemorrhage | 1 | 1 |
| 4 Metastatic bronchial carcinoma | 1 | 1 |
| 5 Myocardial infarction | 2 | 1 |
| 6 Rash | 1 | 1 |
| 7 Tachyarrhythmia | 1 | 1 |
| 8 Vertigo | 1 | 1 |