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We present the formulations and evaluations of CBD and THC loaded in hydrogels for the treatment of lymphedema to promote angiogenesis of lymph vessels and an anti-inflammatory response. Six CBD-THC hydrogel formulations were prepared and evaluated. The hydrodynamic particle sizes were 302.0\u2013545.1 nm and the zeta potentials were from \u221258.80 to \u221233.63 mV. The hydrogel pHs were 6.43\u20136.54. The hydrogel formulations were non-toxic for both CBD (&lt;25 \u00b5g\/mL) and THC (&lt;12.5 \u00b5g\/mL). It was observed that high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid in hydrogel affected collagen production. Hydrogel formulations at 2 \u00b5g\/mL of CBD and 1 \u00b5g\/mL of THC induced human dermal lymphatic endothelial cell tube formation. CBD-THC hydrogel formulations showed a notable ability to induce angiogenesis, which suggested its potential effectiveness in promoting new lymphatic vessel formation. Moreover, CBD-THC hydrogels showed anti-inflammatory properties. 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