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After how long of taking antibiotics for strep throat when are you no longer contagious?
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24 hours: You are okay to return to daycare or school after 24 hours from completing first dose of medication. That being said, I don't think I'd kiss someone or share their cup until on meds for 3 days! Make sure to finish all your meds, though.
Answered 1/26/2018
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