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A 45-year-old man presents with a 2-month history of heartburn and acid regurgitation, occurring several times a week, particularly after meals and at night. He has tried over-the-counter antacids with minimal relief. He has no alarm symptoms (dysphagia, weight loss, anaemia). According to NICE NG1 (Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease), what is the most appropriate initial management strategy?

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