anti-seizure meds are often used as a mood stabilizer to treat bp - nothing to do with seizures, they just also help bp symptoms. trileptal is the first one that comes to my mind.
ask her if there is anything you can do to help right now. offer an ear to listen and a shoulder to cry on. and honor her space if she needs it, but gently check on her and offer your love and support.
let us know how it goes, if you like. and thanks for being there for a bp woman