Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure to unhealthy levels. Having more than three drinks in one sitting temporarily raises your blood pressure, but repeated binge drinking can lead to long-term increases.

How long is blood pressure elevated after drinking alcohol?

1-4 Con- sumption of a single alcoholic drink may cause an acute rise in blood pressure that resolves within 2 hours. 56 Clinical studies with small sample sizes of subjects have suggested that alcohol consumption over several days may cause a more sustained rise in blood pressure.

Why is my blood pressure so high after drinking alcohol?

Alcohol consumption increases the amount of calcium that binds to the blood vessels. This increases the sensitivity of the blood vessels to compounds that constrict them. Constricting the blood vessels increases blood pressure.