High Blood Pressure (hypertension) Medication Online

How do you check blood pressure at home?

To check your blood pressure from home, it will require some equipment. At-home blood pressure monitors can be purchased fairly affordably, if needed. A good second option is to visit your local pharmacy - most contain a digital blood pressure measurement machine.

What are the symptoms of hypertension (high blood pressure)?

Usually, there are no symptoms at all. Patients who do have symptoms may have:

Blood in urineConfusion or fatigueChest painHeadachesIrregular heartbeatNosebleedsPounding in your ears, neck, or chestShortness of breathVision problems

Can an online doctor prescribe medication for high blood pressure?

Yes, and your HealthTap primary care doctor is a great place to start.Our online doctors can assess your risk for high blood pressure online and help determine which stage of hypertension (if any) you're in. They can help you create a wellness plan to prevent or manage high blood pressure and, if necessary, they can write online prescriptions and electronically send them to your local pharmacy.

How is high blood pressure treated?

In many cases, you can prevent or help treat high blood pressure with simple lifestyle changes:

Exercise oftenMaintain a healthy dietLower your sodium intakeQuit smokingTake steps to reduce your emotional stress

More advanced cases may require medication. There are many to choose from—your HealthTap doctor who knows your medical history can help choose the right ones for you.

What are common risk factor that can affect high blood pressure?

High blood pressure risk factors can include:

AgeOver consumption of alcoholRaceFamily historyBeing overweight or obeseLack of physical activityTobacco useHigh sodium intakeEmotional stressPregnancy

The good news is that several of these factors are within your control. And even for the ones that aren't, many things can be done to manage high blood pressure online.

What is blood pressure?

Your blood pressure level is determined by two things. The amount of blood your heart pumps through your body's blood vessels and the amount of resistance to that blood flowing in your vessels.

What qualifies as "normal" blood pressure?

Blood pressure ranges:Normal blood pressure range: below 120/80Prehypertension: 120-139 / 80-89High blood pressure stage 1: 140-159 / 90-99High blood pressure stage 2: 160-180 / 100-110Hypertensive crisis: above 180/110