Adverse effects include dizziness and dose-related orthostatic hypotension. Hypotension may occur particularly in patients with volume depletion (eg, those who have received high-dose diuretics). Getzar may cause hyperkalemia in patients with renal disease. Other adverse effects that have been reported with angiotensin II receptor antagonist include respiratory tract disorder, back pain, GI disturbances, fatigue and neutropenia.