Lamictal was the first medicine I was put on when I was diagnosed with BP. When I hit the 50mg mark I felt like a new person, even though things have changed drastically over the years. I am currently on 400mg but also have to take other meds to stabilize my moods. Most of the meds we have to use take a long time to become therapeutic, and unfortunately there are so many side affects. I have had bad side affects or they just did not do anything for me. I unfortunately have had an allergic reaction, tongue swelling and throat closing up on 5 meds now. Just give the meds some time, and if you can't handle the side effects talk to your pdoc.

BP1 mixed episodes/OCD

Lamictal 400mg
Haldol 2mg
Latuda 40mg
Klonopin 1mg