Interpretation of Blood Pressure (BP) Results
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Category of Blood
Pressure
Diastolic BP
(mmHg)
Advice on Results
Systolic BP
(mmHg)
Hypotension
<90
<60
Practice a healthy lifestyle. Consult your doctor only if
suffering symptoms of low BP (eg. fainting).
Ideal
<120
<80
Practice a healthy lifestyle.
High Normal
130-139
85-89 Practice a healthy lifestyle.
Normal
120-129
80-84 Practice a healthy lifestyle.
Hypertension
140-159
90-99 Practice a healthy lifestyle. Re-measure BP monthly over
(mild)*
next 3 weeks. If high levels ( 140/90) persist (eg. 2 high
readings on 2 seperate occasions) consult your
Lloydspharmacist
or doctor.
Hypertension
160-179
100-109 Practice a healthy lifestyle. Re-measure BP weekly over
(moderate)*
next 4 weeks. If high levels ( 140/90) persist (eg. 2 high
readings on 2 seperate occasions) consult your
Lloydspharmacist
or doctor.
Hypertension
180-219
110-119 Re-measure BP in a few days. If BP 180/110, consult
(severe)*
your Lloydspharmacist or doctor.
Hypertension
220
120
We would recommend that you see your doctor urgently.
(very severe)*
* Your BP should be re-assessed professionally at least once a year - speak to your Lloydspharmacist or healthcare
professional. If systolic BP and diastolic BP fall into different categories, the higher value should be taken for classification.
