Yes. The FDA has granted RESPeRATE a specific blood pressure lowering indication after it successfully completed the clinical trials designated by the agency. RESPeRATE is the only medical device with such an indication and the only hypertension treatment available without a prescription (OTC). See FDA 510K# K020399

RESPeRATE safety and efficacy in lowering blood pressure were demonstrated repeatedly in 16 separate clinical research studies published in peer-reviewed medical journals.

American Heart Association scientific statement on non-drug treatments concluded that “The overall evidence from clinical trials and meta-analyses suggests that device-guided slow breathing can significantly lower blood pressure.” see links below.

• Brook RC et al. A Scientific
  Statement From the American Heart Association Beyond Medications and Diet: Alternative Approaches to Lowering Blood Pressure. Hypertension. 2013;61(6):1360-1383
• Elliott WJ, Izzo JL Jr, White WB, Rosing DR, Snyder CS, Alter A, et al. Graded blood pressure reduction in hypertensive outpatients associated with use of a device to assist with slow breathing. J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) 2004;6:553–559.
• Lachowska, K., Bellwon, J., Narkiewicz, K. et al. Long-term effects of device-guided slow breathing in stable heart failure patients with reduced ejection fraction. Clin Res Cardiol (2018)

To see all 16 studies see clinical proof

Yes, in many ways. Many of our customers were able to lower their blood pressure so their doctors were able to avoid placing them on medication in the first place, add medications or increase the dosage. Others were able to work with their doctors to decrease their medication dosage and even come off them completely (step-down procedure). In any case, it is very important that you do NOT change your medication regime without your doctor’s consent. To download a clinical information package for your doctor click here

You will feel RESPeRATE relaxing effects within a few sessions. Some users see a change in blood pressure right after the session in the first week. An all-day, lasting blood pressure can be expected within 3-4 weeks of proper use.

Yes, but people with the conditions listed below should first consult their physician.

The FDA labeling specifically indicates that “RESPeRATE can be safely used in conjunction with medications and lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise.” and it has no contraindications and there are no known side effects. Since RESPeRATE is a device and not a drug, there is no concern for drug interactions.

It is important that you consult with your physician before using RESPeRATE if you suffer or have suffered in the past from: Active ischemic heart disease/unstable angina, bradycardia, severe congestive heart failure, chronic atrial fibrillation, stroke resulting in permanent impairment, chronic renal failure, severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis and emphysema, major organ failure, sleep paralysis, have a pacemaker, or if you are pregnant.

It is advisable not to use RESPeRATE while driving or operating heavy machinery since people may fall asleep during sessions.

As an FDA-cleared medical device, RESPeRATE is eligible for reimbursement by FSA and HSA plans. You can use your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to cover the cost of purchasing RESPeRATE. Once you purchase RESPeRATE, print out a receipt and submit it to your FSA administrator for reimbursement. Some VA hospitals do provide RESPeRATE to veterans without charge. Otherwise, RESPeRATE is not yet covered by Medicare or major health plans.

We are the manufacturer of RESPeRATE. When you buy on Amazon it’s really our storefront at higher prices as they are a middleman. Buying directly from this website or by calling us you get the best price and full 60-day return policy (for any reason) without any restocking fees. At Amazon, you’ll only get their standard 30-day guarantee. Furthermore, we also offer a three easy payment plan option and ship you the unit right after the first payment. No matter where you decided to buy, we WILL provide you unlimited and caring phone support to ensure you lower your blood pressure.

RESPeRATE is a portable electronic device that guides the user to slow, deep breathing with prolonged exhalation. RESPeRATE is cleared by the FDA for lowering blood pressure and reducing stress. It is not a drug and clinically proven. It’s available without a prescription.

RESPeRATE’s breathing sensor, placed on the upper abdomen, automatically analyzes your breathing pattern and creates a personalized melody composed of two distinct inhale and exhale guiding tones. It is defined by some medical experts as a bio-feedback device.

Simply listen to the melody through the headphones, and the body’s natural tendency to follow external rhythms will enable you to easily synchronize your breathing to the guiding tones. By gradually prolonging the exhalation tone to slow down breathing, RESPeRATE leads you to the therapeutic zone of fewer than 10 breaths per minute with prolonged exhalation.

Within a few minutes of the breathing session, the muscles surrounding the small blood vessels in the body relax, blood flows more freely, and blood pressure is significantly reduced. While breathing returns to normal after each session with RESPeRATE, the beneficial impact on blood pressure accumulates. Within three to four weeks, a significant, lasting reduction in blood pressure occurs.

Provided it is used for the recommended time of at least 40 minutes per week, blood pressure will remain lowered between sessions. RESPeRATE will not reduce blood pressure under the normal; it has a normalizing effect. RESPeRATE’s blood pressure lowering effect has been validated to the point it is now recommended by the American Heart Association 2013 Scientific statement on non-pharmacological treatments for hypertension.

Yes & No. 2breathe Technologies, the company that manufactures and distributes RESPeRATE has developed a mobile App called “2breathe”. The 2breathe App, together with a BLE sensor, guides the user to slow breathing. The App uses the same technology used in the RESPeRATE, but it never went through clinical trials and so, cannot claim to lower blood pressure. The 2breathe / Resperate App is recommended for relaxation and sleeplessness.