Restructuring and Related Charges (Schedule of Restructuring Charges Incurred Cumulative to Date) (Details) - 2013 Mallinckrodt program $ in Millions	Jun. 26, 2015 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	$ 91.0
Specialty Brands
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	3.7
Specialty Generics
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	14.4
Global Medical Imaging
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	65.0
Corporate
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring costs incurred cumulative to date	$ 7.9