Question

A 50-year-old patient presents with persistent high blood pressure readings over multiple visits. His current average blood pressure is 150/95 mmHg. According to NICE guidelines, what is the first-line antihypertensive medication recommended for a patient of this age and no comorbidities?

Accepted Answer

ACE inhibitor (e.g., Ramipril)

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Thiazide-like diuretic (e.g., Indapamide)

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Beta-blocker (e.g., Atenolol)

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Calcium channel blocker (e.g., Amlodipine)

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Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (e.g., Losartan)

Practice question

A 50-year-old patient presents with persistent high blood pressure readings over multiple visits. His current average blood pressure is 150/95 mmHg. According to NICE guidelines, what is the first-line antihypertensive medication recommended for a patient of this age and no comorbidities?