<s>[INST] hi, i am on benazapril hctz 20/25 mgs. this keeps my blood pressure great. doc has put me on verapamil er 120 mg. was warned by pharmacist that this could lower my good blood pressure. i am afraid to take the verapamil, could the combination lower my blood pressure so low and kill me , i am scare, but need the verapamil for raynauds , thank you, terry [/INST] Hello,Terry.I have gone through your question.Thanks for using HCM.your basic information is correct.Bothr benazapril hct and verapamil lower blood pressure.Therfore you should monitor your blood pressure during initial stages.As long as it remains around 120/80 you should not be concerned about it.You need verapamil for another indication so its use is important for you.If your blood pressure goes below 100/70 you may discuss with your doctor and he will surely reduce the dose of any of the 2 medicines, depending on your clinical picture.But you should continue them.My best wishesDr.Teli,MD </s>