Restructuring and Related Charges (Schedule of Restructuring Charges Incurred Cumulative to Date) (Details) (2013 Mallinckrodt program, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	30 Months Ended
	Mar. 27, 2015
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	$ 87.3
Specialty Brands
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	3.1
Specialty Generics
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	14.1
Global Medical Imaging
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	64.4
Corporate
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	$ 5.7