Sit quietly and rest for 5–10 minutes
Take slow, deep breaths
Recheck your blood pressure after resting
Avoid caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and exercise
Loosen tight clothing
Drink a glass of water if you may be dehydrated
Take prescribed blood pressure medicine exactly as directed
If you missed a dose, follow your doctor’s instructions or your medication label
Reduce stress and stay calm
Seek urgent medical care immediately if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache, confusion, weakness, vision changes, or blood pressure of 180/120 or higher