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Commitments and Contingencies (Commitments, Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended		0 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013 Product, Kristalose	Dec. 31, 2013 Collaborative Arrangement, Amended International Agreement	Oct. 29, 2013 Pernix Therapeutics Collaborative Arrangement, Amended International Agreement
Business Acquisition, Contingent Consideration [Line Items]
Intangible assets, useful life	15 years
Other revenue, potential upfront payment related to product sales		$ 4.0	$ 4.0

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