ESSENTIAL HYPOTENSION TREATMENT The treatment starts with the use of non-pharmacological measures consisting of postural hygiene (avoid assuming the standing position abruptly, avoid staying in the standing position for too long), eat salty (10 g), drink more than 2 liters of water per day, do aerobic exercises, and raise the head of the bed. If there is not improvement, the patient can wear gradient tights up to the waist. Next step is start Fludrocortisone 0.05 daily or every other day. The last step is Midodrine (from 5 to 20mg daily, distributed at 06:00, 10:00 and 14:00 hrs or when needed, avoid it after 6:00 pm). Counterpressure maneuvers are recommended if there is a threat of syncope.