Managing Low Blood Pressure: Treatment Options and Lifestyle Changes

Treatment for Low Blood Pressure

Treatment for low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, depends on your symptoms. Your doctor may recommend:

• Drinking more fluidsWater increases blood volume and prevents dehydration. You can also try other clear liquids.
• Taking medicationYour doctor may prescribe medication to raise your blood pressure, or adjust medications that cause low blood pressure.
• Lifestyle changes your doctor may recommend changes to your diet, exercise, or body positions. For example, you may want to:
  • Eat small, low-carb meals several times a day
  • Drink less alcohol
  • Get up slowly after sitting or lying down
  • Avoid sitting with your legs crossed
  • Wear compression stockings to improve blood flow
  • Exercise regularly, aiming for at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity every day 

Treatment

1. Use more salt. Experts usually recommend limiting salt (sodium) because it can raise blood pressure, sometimes dramatically. …
2. Drink more water. Fluids increase blood volume and help prevent dehydration, both of which are important in treating hypotension.
3. Wear compression stockings.
4. Medications.