Bausch Health Reduces Debt By Additional $100 Million

LAVAL, Quebec, Jan. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company" or "we") today announced it has paid down an additional $100 million of its senior secured term loans using cash generated from operations.

"As Bausch Health pivots to offense in 2019, we continue to remain committed to reducing our overall debt using cash flow generated from operations," said Joseph C. Papa, chairman and CEO, Bausch Health.

About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve people's lives with our health care products. We develop, manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to advancing global health. More information can be found at www.bauschhealth.com.

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