Subsequent Events (Details)	Apr. 24, 2017 $ / shares
Subsequent Event \| Fresenius Kabi AG \| Merger of Akorn Inc.
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Consideration given in cash per share (in Dollars per share)	$ 34.00

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