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A 62-year-old man presents with sudden onset severe pain, redness and swelling of the first metatarsophalangeal joint of his right foot. He is unable to bear weight. He has a history of hypertension and drinks alcohol regularly. Examination shows a hot, tender, swollen joint. What is the most appropriate first-line pharmacological treatment?

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