LAVAL, Quebec, March 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TSX: BHC) ("Bausch Health" or the "Company") today announced it will reduce debt by approximately $100 million through the prepayment of senior secured term loans, using cash generated from operations.
Bausch Health put in notice to prepay approximately $100 million of its senior secured term loans next week. After this prepayment, the Company will have no further mandatory amortization payments until 2022.
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.
Forward-looking Statements
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