I didn't like lamictal either.
Some bipolars use a cocktail of Meds. Day. Night other Meds.
You should be able to feel calm. No paranoid feelings.
Plus sleep regulation is an important thing for us. I even have to remind myself to eat.
Talk to Pdoc. I've had so many pdocs who just ask me upfront,"What would you like to try,and then write it.
So I look at other people's Meds on here. People I relate to, suffering similar symptoms or side effects.
Then when I go into Pdoc I have suggestions.
I know it's a lot of work. But I feel the best when I'm proactive and read up on the Meds.
You need to feel good. It's possible.