I'm super sensitive to meds too. I cannot handle any antipsychotics like seroquel or latuda. I had to find out the hard way. However I am in 300 mg of lamactil which did def level out my moods. With minimal if any side effects and considering how bad I tolerate the rest it was a relief. I take lexapro too and my dr believes the 20 mg dose is too high for me even. I started low with lamactil and for me did not trigger mania. I had this starter box with enough for a month that increased the dose every week or two till I got to 150. I def didn't have any mania but everyone is different. Personally I've found that medication to be a delight I really hope it works for you.