Taking adderall before surgery. . . . . . Best Answer: Yes! Alot of herbal supplements contain things that can cause the blood to thin which is NOT good when they're gonna be cutting you open b/c that would . . . Consult your healthcare professional before taking or . Anxiety before surgery linked to greater use of pain . . . over-the-counter, and herbal medications you are taking before beginning treatment with Adderall. . . . . My doctor told me to stop the adderall the day before surgery. o... more