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LAVAL, Quebec, Jan. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX and TSX: VRX) ("Valeant" or the "Company") today announced it has paid down an additional $300 million of its senior secured term loans, using cash on hand.

In aggregate, Valeant has now reduced its debt by more than $6.5 billion since the end of the first quarter of 2016. As of Dec. 31, 2017, the Company's total debt is approximately $25.7 billion.

"We have reduced our debt by an additional $300 million due to ongoing strong cash flow from operations," said Joseph C. Papa, chairman and CEO, Valeant. "In 2018, we will continue to invest in the core businesses that will drive the future growth of the Company, including durable product franchises and our innovative pipeline."

About Valeant
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE/TSX:VRX) is a multinational specialty pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures and markets a broad range of pharmaceutical products primarily in the areas of dermatology, gastrointestinal disorders, eye health, neurology and branded generics. More information about Valeant can be found at www.valeant.com.

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