Noozhawk: Dr. Hilary Quinn: Ear Infections Common Ailment for Dogs and Cats The drug causes an adverse reaction in patients with a history of heart disease. So why "make" not "cause"?

Context Explanation

As Robusto says in the above comment, "make" just sounds less forceful and somewhat nicer. However you could use either, depending on the context This drug makes me feel better (because I want to feel better)