"i have had bipolar disorder for over 15 years and have had seven hospital admissions.  i was put on lamictal about 4 years ago when i had a transplant as my previous meds interacted with my anti- rejection drug. lamictal is the best medication for bipolar disorder i have ever been on.  since i&#039;ve been taking it my mood has been very stable and i feel like i have all my normal emotions back.  i&#039;ve also kept out of hospital even with all the stress of my physical problems and no side effects."