24-hour blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
A small monitor you wear for 24 hours, fitted by the pharmacist, to see what your blood pressure really does through a day and a night.
Book online at least 1 day ahead
- Fitted in 20 minutes, worn for 24 hours, dropped back the next day
- Free when a pharmacist, GP or nurse has asked for it after a high reading
- Two monitors a day, so book your fitting ahead
- The results go to you and your GP
There are two monitors, each out for 24 hours: if the day you want is full, the next free fitting is shown.
If you feel very unwell, call NHS 111, or in an emergency, 999.
What you get
Why 24 hours?
One reading in a clinic can be high just because you’re in a clinic. A day and a night of readings shows the real picture, which is what your GP needs before deciding on treatment.
What happens
The cuff goes on your upper arm and the monitor clips to your belt or bag. It takes a reading every 30 minutes by day and every hour at night. You carry on as normal, then bring it back about the same time the next day.
What you get
A printed report of your readings, explained by the pharmacist, and a copy sent to your GP practice.
Quick answers
- Can I shower or sleep with it on?
- Sleep, yes: it’s designed for a normal night. Take it off for a shower or bath and put it straight back on.
- Who is it for?
- Adults aged 40 and over whose reading was high at a pharmacy check, and anyone a GP or nurse has asked to have one. If you’re not sure, book a free blood pressure check first.
- How much does 24-hour blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) cost?
- Free.
- How long does it take?
- About 20 minutes with the pharmacist in our private consultation room.
- How far ahead do I book online?
- At least 1 day ahead. If it’s sooner than that, call us on 01254 399898.
- Where is it?
- Oswaldtwistle Pharmacy, 300 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3JD.
- When are you open?
- Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 10:30pm. Sunday, 12 noon to 10:30pm.
Your visit, start to finish
- 1
Learn
What it is, and whether it’s right for you: it’s all above. Any questions, call us on 01254 399898 or pop in.
- 2
Book
Choose a time online in a minute or two, at least 1 day ahead. You’ll get a confirmation by text.
- 3
Attend
About 20 minutes with the pharmacist in our private consultation room at 300 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, BB5 3JD. Bring any medicines you take, or a list of them.
- 4
Buy
Anything the pharmacist recommends is ready on the day, or to order online for collection or delivery.
