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Acquisitions, Divestitures, Research Collaborations and License Agreements - Divestitures Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2017 | Jun. 30, 2016
Acquisitions, Divestitures, Research Collaborations and License Agreements Transactions [Line Items] |  |
Proceeds from sale of marketing rights | $ 50 | $ 75
corticotropin marketing rights |  |
Acquisitions, Divestitures, Research Collaborations and License Agreements Transactions [Line Items] |  |
Proceeds from sale of marketing rights |  | $ 75

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