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A 58-year-old man is diagnosed with hypertension. His clinic blood pressure readings over the last month have consistently been around 155/95 mmHg. Lifestyle advice has been given. He has no other significant past medical history and his QFRACTURE score is 8%. According to NICE guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial antihypertensive medication?

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