Introduction: Home medication review (HMR) involves a patient-centered approach, extending continuity of care
to the community setting with the intention of improving medication use and health outcome. The delivery of HMR
services in Malaysia remains limited to urban hospitals and clinics. Current study aimed to explore the perception
and acceptability of HMR in older adults. Methods: In-depth individual interviews were conducted among adults
aged ≥65 years old, taking ≥5 medications, recruited from geriatrics clinics at a tertiary teaching hospital. Home
interviews were conducted among 12 older adults and care givers between April to June 2019. Interviews were audio-taped, transcribed verbatim and analysed through descriptive interpretive approach of qualitative data analysis.
Results: HMR provided participants with opportunities to discuss medication-related issues with pharmacists in conducive environments. Pharmacists provided information which improved knowledge on indications, dosages and
safe storage of medications through HMR. Participants experienced relief and developed confidence in medication
self-management. Conclusion: The importance of follow-up visits to ensure adequate monitoring and continuity of
care were emphasized. Larger quantitative studies are required to determine the clinical impact and cost-effectiveness of HMR to justify the implementation and expansion of this service