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Goodwill and intangible assets (Details 3) - USD ($) $ in Billions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Leqvio [member] |  |
Disclosure of detailed information about intangible assets [line items] |  |
Carrying value | $ 7.4 | $ 7.9
Remaining amortisation period | 13 years | 14 years
Zolgensma [member] |  |
Disclosure of detailed information about intangible assets [line items] |  |
Carrying value | $ 5.9 | $ 6.6
Remaining amortisation period | 8 years | 9 years

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